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Ginger Sauce (Japanese Steakhouse)

By Kimberly Killebrew
Enjoy your favorite Japanese steakhouse experience right at home with this fresh and zingy homemade ginger sauce!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 6

Ingredients
 
 

  • 1/2 cup chopped yellow onion
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh ginger root , peeled (use more or less depending on strength preference)
  • 1/3 cup tamari (highly recommended for the best flavor, but can substitute low sodium soy sauce)
  • 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • zest and juice of one lemon (1 1/2-2 tablespoons juice)
  • 2 teaspoons brown sugar (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Place everything in a blender and blend until smooth. 
    Store in a sealed jar in the fridge for up to 5 days. 
    Makes about 3/4 cup ginger sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoonsCalories: 16kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 2gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 721mgPotassium: 54mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 1mg
Course condiment, Sauce
Cuisine American, Japanese
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