Savory Thai Dipping Sauce
This Savory Thai Dipping Sauce is a delightful blend of sweet, tangy, and spicy flavors, making it the perfect accompaniment for spring rolls, egg rolls, or as a zesty sauce for stir-fried dishes. Bursting with freshness from ginger and garlic, this low-fat sauce is easy to whip up and can be prepared in under 15 minutes, bringing a refreshing taste of Thailand to your kitchen. Enjoy it as a versatile condiment or drizzle it over your favorite appetizers for an extra kick!
14
Servings
N/A
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
water
3/4 cup (none)
cornstarch
2 teaspoons (none)
seasoned rice vinegar
1/3 cup (none)
brown sugar
1/4 cup (none)
reduced sodium soy sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons (none)
fresh ginger
1 tablespoon (grated)
garlic
2 cloves (smashed)
crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon (none)
Instructions
1
In a small saucepan, combine the water and cornstarch, whisking until smooth.
2
Add the seasoned rice vinegar, brown sugar, reduced sodium soy sauce, grated fresh ginger, smashed garlic, and crushed red pepper flakes to the saucepan.
3
Place the saucepan over medium heat and constantly whisk the mixture to prevent lumps.
4
Continue to cook until it comes to a gentle boil and thickens to your desired consistency, about 3-5 minutes.
5
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the sauce cool to room temperature before serving.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Savory Thai Dipping Sauce?
It is a sweet, tangy, and spicy condiment inspired by Thai flavors, perfect for appetizers.
What are the primary flavor profiles of this sauce?
This sauce is a blend of sweet, tangy, and spicy flavors with fresh ginger and garlic.
How long does it take to prepare this Thai sauce?
The entire recipe can be prepared in under 15 minutes.
Is the Savory Thai Dipping Sauce low in fat?
Yes, this recipe is a low-fat sauce option.
What dishes pair well with this sauce?
It is an ideal accompaniment for spring rolls, egg rolls, and stir-fried dishes.
How do I start the cooking process?
Begin by whisking water and cornstarch in a small saucepan until the mixture is smooth.
What type of vinegar should I use?
The recipe specifically calls for seasoned rice vinegar.
Can I use regular soy sauce for this recipe?
While you can use regular soy sauce, reduced sodium soy sauce is recommended.
How is the ginger prepared for this sauce?
The fresh ginger should be grated to ensure it blends well into the sauce.
What is the preparation method for the garlic?
The garlic cloves should be smashed before being added to the saucepan.
How much brown sugar is required?
The recipe uses 1/4 cup of brown sugar for sweetness.
How do I prevent the sauce from becoming lumpy?
Constantly whisk the mixture while heating it over medium heat to prevent lumps.
How long should the sauce cook once it reaches a boil?
It should cook for about 3 to 5 minutes until it thickens to your desired consistency.
Should I serve the sauce hot?
No, you should let the sauce cool to room temperature before serving.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes approximately 14 servings.
What provides the spicy kick in this sauce?
The heat comes from 1/2 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes.
How much cornstarch is needed for thickening?
You will need 2 teaspoons of cornstarch.
Is this recipe considered easy to make?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy recipe and is very straightforward to whip up.
What is the base liquid for this sauce?
The base liquid consists of 3/4 cup of water.
Can I use this sauce as a drizzle?
Yes, it can be drizzled over your favorite appetizers for an extra flavor kick.
What gives the sauce its fresh taste?
The inclusion of fresh grated ginger and smashed garlic provides a refreshing taste.
Is this sauce suitable for stir-fry?
Yes, it can be used as a zesty sauce for various stir-fried dishes.
How much soy sauce is in the recipe?
The recipe uses 1 1/2 tablespoons of reduced sodium soy sauce.
Can I adjust the thickness of the sauce?
Yes, you can cook it for more or less time to reach your preferred thickness.
Is this a traditional Thai condiment?
It is a Thai-style sauce designed to bring the flavors of Thailand to your kitchen.
Does this recipe contain any oil?
No, there is no oil added to this recipe, contributing to its low-fat profile.
How much ginger is used?
The recipe calls for 1 tablespoon of grated fresh ginger.
What kind of red pepper is used?
The recipe uses crushed red pepper flakes.
Is the sauce tangy?
Yes, the seasoned rice vinegar provides a tangy flavor component.
Can I double the recipe?
Yes, the ingredients can easily be doubled if you need more than 14 servings.