Japanese Sesame Dressing (Dairy free)

Homemade Japanese Sesame Dressing that is creamy, nutty and slightly tangy and sweet– delicious over salads, cooked vegetables, tofu and more! Quick and easy to make, this sesame dressing recipe is dairy free, egg free and can be made ahead of time. (Vegan)

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Japanese Sesame Dressing

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• Author: Lisa Kitahara
• Total Time: 5 minutes
• Yield: 1/2 cup 1x

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Description

Creamy and full of flavour, this Japanese sesame dressing is delicious over salads, vegetables, tofu, noodles and more!

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Ingredients

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• 1 1/2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 1 1/2 tbsp roasted sesame butter
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp vegan Japanese mayo (or substitute regular vegan mayonnaise)
• 1 1/2 – 2 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 1/2 tbsp sugar
• 1/2 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tsp mirin
• 1–2 tsp unsweetened soy milk to thin (optional)

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Instructions

1. Add toasted sesame seeds to a motor and pestle and grind until grounded. 
2. Add all the remaining ingredients except the soy milk to a bowl and whisk to combine. Add soy milk little by little until you reach your desired consistency. 
3. Use over fresh salad, tofu, noodles or as a dipping sauce. Enjoy!

Notes

• Helpful Equipment: suribachi (Japanese motor and pestle), whisk
• Nutritional Information Disclaimer: Nutrition information is a rough estimate calculated on an online tool (Cronometer). 

• Prep Time: 5 minute
• Category: sauces & dressings
• Method: mixing
• Cuisine: vegan, japanese

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 tbsp

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