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Homemade Ponzu Sauce

Japanese · Sauce

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.

No cookDairy freeLow carb
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12 hr 5 minA little patience, a lot of flavor
Prep time5 min
Cook timeNo cook
Servings24 people
DifficultyEasy
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How to make it

4 steps. Take it one step at a time.

  1. Combine the soy sauce, citrus juice, mirin, and rice vinegar

    In a clean glass jar or bowl, combine the soy sauce, citrus juice, mirin, and rice vinegar.

  2. Add the piece of kombu and the katsuobushi

    Add the piece of kombu and the katsuobushi (bonito flakes) to the mixture. Stir gently to submerge.

  3. Cover the container and store it

    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.

    12 hr

  4. Strain the sauce through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth

    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.

A little kitchen wisdom

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.

What you'll need

Glass jarFine-mesh sieveMeasuring cups
Keep the good going

For now. And for later.

Make it ahead

This sauce is better when made ahead. Prepare 1-3 days before use for peak flavor.

Store & enjoy

Store in an airtight glass bottle in the refrigerator. Serve cold or at room temperature; do not heat directly to preserve citrus brightness.

Allergens

Contains soy, wheat, fish.

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Homemade Ponzu Sauce
Step 1 of 4

Combine the soy sauce, citrus juice, mirin, and rice vinegar

In a clean glass jar or bowl, combine the soy sauce, citrus juice, mirin, and rice vinegar.