Description
Learn how to make three essential, easy-to-mix dumpling sauces: a classic savory dip, a bright ginger-scallion sauce, and a sweet and sour option for your potstickers and wontons.
Ingredients
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- 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Chinese black vinegar (Chinkiang)
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon chili garlic sauce (or to taste)
- 1 tablespoon finely minced fresh ginger (for Ginger Scallion Sauce)
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped scallions (green parts only, for Ginger Scallion Sauce)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (for Sweet and Sour Sauce)
- 2 tablespoons water (for Sweet and Sour Sauce)
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch (for Sweet and Sour Sauce)
Instructions
- Prepare the Classic Savory Dip: In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, Chinese black vinegar, toasted sesame oil, sugar, and chili garlic sauce. Whisk until the sugar dissolves. This is your Best Dumpling Dipping Sauce.
- Prepare the Ginger Scallion Sauce for Dumplings: In a separate small bowl, mix the minced fresh ginger and chopped scallions. Heat 2 tablespoons of neutral oil (like canola) in a very small pan until shimmering hot. Carefully pour the hot oil over the ginger and scallions; it will sizzle loudly. Stir well. This creates an Umami Bomb Dipping Sauce.
- Prepare the Sweet and Sour Dumpling Dip: In a third small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, water, and cornstarch until smooth. In a tiny saucepan, heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly until it thickens slightly, about 1 minute. Remove from heat immediately.
- Taste and adjust each sauce to your preference. For example, add more vinegar for tang or more chili garlic sauce for heat.
- Serve immediately alongside your homemade dumplings or potstickers.
Notes
- For a Gluten Free Dumpling Sauce Alternative, substitute the soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos.
- To balance the flavor profile, remember the ratio: aim for more acid (vinegar) and umami (soy sauce) than sweetness.
- If you prefer a thinner sauce, add a teaspoon of warm water to the Classic Savory Dip.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 2 min
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 25
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 1
- Saturated Fat: 0
- Unsaturated Fat: 1
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 3
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 1
- Cholesterol: 0