Japanese Ponzu Sauce With Meyer Lemons

May 27, 2023May 27, 20230 15
Tangy Japanese Ponzu Sauce recipe with Meyer Lemons
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Prep

40 min

Cook

5 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 piece kombu seaweed or 1 piece konbu ( 3 x 2 inches )
1 - 1 1/2 cup bonito flakes ( katsuobushi )
3/4 cup soy sauce , plus
2 tablespoons soy sauce
3/4 cup lemon juice ( see note above )
1/3 cup mirin , plus
1 tablespoon mirin
2 teaspoons sugar
2 teaspoons rice vinegar

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
22
Sugar
3g
Fat
0g
Ponzu sauce is a popular Japanese condiment that is used as a marinade or a dipping sauce for seafood, meats, and vegetables. It is made from a combination of soy sauce, citrus juice, and other flavorful ingredients like mirin and rice vinegar. This recipe takes it up a notch by using tangy Meyer lemons and kombu seaweed to infuse the sauce with umami flavor. The result is a tasty, versatile sauce that can also be used as a salad dressing.

Instructions

1.Place the kombu seaweed in a medium bowl and add 2 cups of water. Soak for about 30 minutes.
2.In a saucepan, add the bonito flakes and cook over medium heat for about 2 minutes. Add the dried seaweed and cook for another minute.
3.Remove from the heat and strain the mixture into the bowl with kombu seaweed. Remove the kombu seaweed.
4.Add the soy sauce, lemon juice, mirin, sugar, and rice vinegar to the mixture and mix well.
5.Transfer to a jar or bottle and refrigerate until ready to use.

PROS

This tangy sauce is easy to make and adds a bright, citrusy kick to any dish, especially seafood.

It is low in calories and fat, making it a healthy option for those watching their waistlines.

CONS

The bonito flakes and soy sauce used in this recipe contain high levels of sodium, so it should be consumed in moderation.

The taste may be too tangy for some.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The combination of lemon juice and rice vinegar in this recipe can help improve digestion and boost the immune system.
Soy sauce contains antioxidants and can help lower cholesterol levels.
Bonito flakes are a good source of protein.

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