Japanese Ponzu Sauce – Vegetarian Variation

May 28, 2023May 28, 20230 2

Japanese Ponzu Sauce - Vegetarian Variation

by The Chefin Sauce

Prep

5 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Very easy

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Ponzu sauce is a popular condiment in Japanese cuisine. It is a tangy sauce made with soy sauce, citrus juice, and vinegar and is traditionally served with seafood dishes. This vegetarian variation of the sauce combines sake, kombu, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, and lemon juice to create a bold and flavorful sauce that can be used in a variety of ways. It is perfect for enhancing the taste of vegetable dishes or as a marinade for tofu and other meat alternatives.

Instructions

1.	In a non-reactive saucepan, bring the sake and kombu to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 3-4 minutes until reduced.
2.	Add the soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sugar and stir until the sugar is dissolved.
3.	Bring the sauce to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 5-10 minutes.
4.	Remove from heat and allow the sauce to cool completely.
5.	Strain the sauce into a glass jar, add the lemon juice, and stir to combine.
6.	Serve with your favorite dish.

PROS

This ponzu sauce is versatile and can be used as a marinade, dipping sauce, or drizzled over cooked vegetables and meats.

It adds bold flavor to any dish and is perfect for those who are vegetarian.

CONS

The high sodium content in soy sauce may be a concern for those with high blood pressure or heart disease.

This sauce contains sugar, so it should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This vegetarian variation of ponzu sauce is low in calories and high in flavor.
The use of rice vinegar in the recipe may help with digestion and has been linked to improving blood sugar control.

	200 ml sake
	1 piece kombu , cut in 3 pieces ( seaweed or kelp )
	250 ml soy sauce
	100 ml rice vinegar
	4 teaspoons sugar
	4 lemons , juice of