Asian Spicy Lime & Ginger Dipping Sauce
By Monica
makes 3/4 cup
This flavorful sauce can be used for dipping or drizzling with lettuce wraps, pot stickers, dumplings, or spring rolls. It also makes a great meat marinade or an added flavor boost to Asian stir fries and fried rice.
Ingredients
- 1/2 jalapeno pepper, minced (may substitute 1 teaspoon crushed dried hot chiles)
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
- 1 garlic clove, minced (optional; recommended if using this sauce for a meat marinade)
- juice from 2 limes
- 1/3 cup tamari or soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon water
Directions
Mix all ingredients and chill in fridge for 1-2 hours. If it tastes too salty, add another dash of honey.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
A dip for Asian Turkey Lettuce Wraps (see recipe at www.theyummylife.com/recipes/137)
A dip for pot stickers or dumplings.
A dip for spring rolls.
A marinade for grilled or stir-fried meat.
A flavor boost for stir-fries and fried rice.
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