Tentsuyu (Tempura Dipping Sauce)
If you are looking for an authentic Tentsuyu (tempura dipping sauce) recipe like the ones served at Japanese tempura restaurants, I highly recommend giving mine a try! It strikes a delicate balance of sweet and savory flavors that complement the tempura without overwhelming the natural taste of the ingredients.
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Servings: 2
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup dashi stock (Please refer to the linked page for instructions on how to make it. For plant-based options, see the pages on Kombu Dashi and Shiitake Dashi.)
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp mirin
Condiments (optional, add to taste):
- grated daikon radish
- grated ginger
Instructions
- In a small pot, combine all the ingredients (dashi stock, mirin, and soy sauce) and heat over medium heat. Once it reaches a simmer, reduce the heat to low and let it cook for about 30 seconds.
- Let the seasoning liquid cool to around 105-140℉ (40-60℃), then pour it into serving bowls. Optionally, serve it with grated daikon or ginger on the side.
Notes
- You can store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 24.76kcal Carbohydrates: 4.22g Protein: 1.78g Fat: 0.26g Saturated Fat: 0.06g Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.11g Monounsaturated Fat: 0.04g Sodium: 707.14mg Potassium: 54.83mg Fiber: 0.07g Sugar: 2.22g Vitamin A: 1.65IU Calcium: 14.2mg Iron: 0.3mg
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