Easy Yuzu Ponzu Sauce
This bright, citrusy, aromatic, and savory soy based Japanese dipping sauce is perfect for drizzling over rice bowls, sushi, grilled fish and proteins, and as a main condiment.
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Servings: servings
Calories: 18kcal
Equipment
- small mixing bowl
- Whisk or spoon
- Fine-mesh strainer (optional if using fresh citrus)
- Small jar or airtight container for storage
Ingredients
- ¼ cup soy sauce preferably Japanese-style like Kikkoman or Yamasa
- 2 tablespoons yuzu juice fresh, bottled, or mix 1 tbsp lemon juice + 1 tbsp lime juice as a substitute
- ½ tablespoon rice vinegar
- ½ tablespoon mirin
- ½ tablespoon water optional, to slightly dilute
- Pinch sugar
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, yuzu juice, rice vinegar, and mirin.
- Whisk until fully combined. Taste and adjust: add a pinch of sugar and a bit of water for a lighter flavor.
- Let the sauce rest for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Strain if desired and transfer to a jar or container.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Easy Yuzu Ponzu Sauce
Amount per Serving
Calories
18
% Daily Value*
Fat
0.02
g
0
%
Saturated Fat
0.003
g
0
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.01
g
Monounsaturated Fat
0.003
g
Sodium
1102
mg
48
%
Potassium
62
mg
2
%
Carbohydrates
3
g
1
%
Fiber
0.2
g
1
%
Sugar
1
g
1
%
Protein
2
g
4
%
Vitamin A
0.1
IU
0
%
Vitamin C
4
mg
5
%
Calcium
6
mg
1
%
Iron
0.5
mg
3
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.