Ponzu sauce is a classic Japanese dipping sauce prepared from soy sauce, citrus juice, mirin, bonito flakes, kombu, and rice vinegar. It’s a versatile condiment used for sashimi, gyoza, shabu-shabu (hotpot), grilled fish, and meat tatami. While many Japanese restaurants prepare their own, you can also buy ready-made ponzu sauce at most supermarkets. If you …
Teriyaki sauce is a simple sauce made from soy sauce, sugar, mirin (sweet Japanese rice wine), and sake (Japanese rice wine). It is usually served as an accompaniment to grilled meats and fish, especially chicken. It can also be used for basting, as a marinade. Bottled teriyaki sauce can easily be found in most supermarkets. …
Soy sauce is a common Asian condiment with a prominent aroma and distinct salty flavor, known for adding umami richness to a range of foods. These days, soy sauce is no longer specific to Asian cuisine. Many chefs and home cooks alike have been getting creative with this seasoning across the globe. If you want …
Plum sauce is a popular condiment in many Asian dishes, specifically in Chinese, Thai, Vietnamese, and Korean cooking. Originally a Chinese dipping sauce for egg rolls, its versatility has made it a popular condiment in everyday cuisine. Plum sauce can be used as a marinade for basting meats like pork, chicken, and beef, and as …
Dreaming of that grilled harissa shrimp from your fave Moroccan hole-in-the-wall? You can easily recreate that fiery chili shrimp dish with a harissa substitute, even if you don’t have the paste on hand. A popular condiment used in North African and Middle Eastern cuisine, harissa packs a lot of heat. If you don’t have harissa …
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Have you ever wondered what gives Indonesian dishes like mi goreng or nasi goreng (stir-fried noodles and fried rice, respectively) their distinct savory-sweet flavor? The key ingredient to making this crave-worthy Asian fare is a sauce known as kecap manis. It even adds the signature caramel color to the dishes. Continue reading to find out …
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Both Asian and Western cuisines frequently use the Thai condiment generally referred to as sweet chili sauce. It upgrades the flavor of delectable deep-fried appetizers, and it’s not too hard to make at home. But if you’re out of the good stuff and not looking to whipping some up at home, we’ve got you covered …
A stellar condiment in Asian cuisine, chili garlic sauce has found its way into American kitchens for its versatility and savory heat. Chili and garlic are the prominent flavors of this aptly named sauce, now used in a variety of dishes. Offering spicy, tangy, and punchy garlic flavors, this sauce can level up your gastronomic …
Doenjang is a traditional Korean condiment that is used to flavor stews, soups, and to make the addictive condiment known as ssamjang (the orange-red sauce served with Korean barbecue). At it’s core it’s basically fermented soybean paste with a strong umami flavor. This thick, salty, earthy paste is an important pantry staple, along with soy …
Spending more time in the kitchen due to lockdowns the last couple years has allowed me to explore previously-uncharted pizza-making territory. First, there’s a great sourdough pizza dough recipe that I’ve been using to make guilt-free pizza dough from scratch. Another is exploring different toppings for pizza night. Admittedly, we churn out a lot of …
