{"id":"recipe_551d75ddf9","slug":"homemade-ponzu-sauce","title":"Homemade Ponzu Sauce","description":"A classic Japanese citrus-based sauce with a perfect balance of salty, sour, and umami flavors. Ideal for shabu-shabu, tataki, or as a vibrant salad dressing.","serves":24,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":0,"totalMinutes":725,"activeMinutes":5},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"1/2 cup soy sauce","name":"Soy Sauce","quantity":120,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"cup","form":"liquid","notes":"dark or light","group":"Liquids","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"1/2 cup citrus juice (Yuzu, Sudachi, or Lemon/Lime mix)","name":"Citrus Juice","quantity":120,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"cup","form":"fresh squeezed","notes":"yuzu or a mix of lemon and lime","group":"Liquids","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"3 tbsp mirin","name":"Mirin","quantity":45,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":3,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"sweet rice wine","notes":"hon-mirin preferred","group":"Liquids","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"2 tbsp rice vinegar","name":"Rice Vinegar","quantity":30,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"liquid","notes":"unseasoned","group":"Liquids","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"1 piece kombu (dried kelp)","name":"Kombu","quantity":1,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"piece","form":"dried","notes":"approx 5cm x 5cm","group":"Aromatics","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"1/4 cup katsuobushi (bonito flakes)","name":"Katsuobushi","quantity":2,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/4","usUnit":"cup","form":"flakes","notes":"dried bonito","group":"Aromatics","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"In a clean glass jar or bowl, combine the soy sauce, citrus juice, mirin, and rice vinegar.","group":"Preparation","title":"Combine the soy sauce, citrus juice, mirin, and rice vinegar","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Add the piece of kombu and the katsuobushi (bonito flakes) to the mixture. Stir gently to submerge.","group":"Infusion","title":"Add the piece of kombu and the katsuobushi","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Infusion"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Cover the container and store it in the refrigerator for at least 12 hours, ideally up to 24 hours, to allow the flavors to infuse.","group":"Infusion","title":"Cover the container and store it","timerMinutes":720,"sourceTitle":"Infusion"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Strain the sauce through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a clean bottle. Discard the solids. The sauce can be used immediately or stored.","group":"Finishing","title":"Strain the sauce through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Finishing"}],"notes":"For the best flavor, let the sauce mature in the refrigerator for at least 24 hours before straining. Traditional recipes use Yuzu or Sudachi juice, but a combination of lemon and lime is a great alternative.","cuisine":{"group":"East Asian","specific":["Japanese"]},"course":["sauce"],"cookingMethod":["noCook"],"equipment":["glass jar","fine-mesh sieve","measuring cups"],"diet":["dairy_free","low_carb","low_fat"],"allergens":["soy","wheat","fish"],"difficulty":"easy","yield":{"amount":1.5,"unit":"cup","note":"Makes approximately 350ml"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"This sauce is better when made ahead. Prepare 1-3 days before use for peak flavor."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in an airtight glass bottle in the refrigerator.","reheatingNotes":"Serve cold or at room temperature; do not heat directly to preserve citrus brightness."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_551d75ddf9%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=5cab0ad1-b8c4-4075-bed9-753ba325c91c","imageAlt":"Homemade Ponzu Sauce — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["sauce","japanese","citrus","umami","dip","marinade","easy","condiment"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Homemade Ponzu Sauce","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T20:11:43.672Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T20:11:43.672Z","related":[{"id":"recipe_83e4467100","slug":"hoisin-sauce","title":"Hoisin Sauce","description":"A rich, savory, and sweet East Asian condiment perfect for glazing meats, dipping, or enhancing stir-fries.","serves":16,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":0,"totalMinutes":5,"activeMinutes":5},"cuisine":{"group":"East Asian","specific":["Chinese","Cantonese"]},"course":["sauce"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian","dairy_free","egg_free","low_fat"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_83e4467100%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=cd54aa27-ba7a-4547-b221-fc501d61746c","imageAlt":"Hoisin Sauce — recipe cover","tags":["hoisin","condiment","stir-fry","dipping sauce","savory","sweet"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":9,"stepCount":3},{"id":"recipe_7ae437116a","slug":"homemade-teriyaki-sauce","title":"Homemade Teriyaki Sauce","description":"A classic, glossy East Asian glaze that perfectly balances sweet and savory flavors for marinating or stir-frying.","serves":8,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":5,"totalMinutes":10,"activeMinutes":10},"cuisine":{"group":"East Asian","specific":["Japanese"]},"course":["sauce"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegan","vegetarian","dairy_free","nut_free","low_fat"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_7ae437116a%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=f066700d-234b-463f-88ad-d0d0d8bb6834","imageAlt":"Homemade Teriyaki Sauce — recipe cover","tags":["teriyaki","sauce","japanese","glaze","marinade","sweet and savory"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":6,"stepCount":4},{"id":"recipe_99aecbe9a5","slug":"miso-tare","title":"Miso Tare","description":"A rich, savory, and versatile Japanese miso-based sauce perfect for dipping, glazing, or enhancing stir-fries.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":5,"totalMinutes":10,"activeMinutes":10},"cuisine":{"group":"East Asian","specific":["Japanese"]},"course":["sauce"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegan","vegetarian","dairy_free","nut_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_99aecbe9a5%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=a365105d-a14c-4b5e-b32f-73b10fcdee31","imageAlt":"Miso Tare — recipe cover","tags":["miso","japanese","sauce","tare","umami","condiment","easy"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":8,"stepCount":4}]}