Rich Sesame Sauce(Or Marinade)

May 27, 2023May 27, 20230 2

Rich Sesame Sauce: A Delicious Marinade for Your Favorite Dishes

by The Chefin Sauces

Prep

10 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

10 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
	3 tablespoons honey
	6 tablespoons soy sauce
	6 tablespoons dark sesame oil
	1/4 cup sesame seeds , toasted in a small skillet
	4 -6 garlic cloves , peeled , smashed ( or more to taste )
	1 teaspoon ground ginger ( or 1/2 tsp . minced fresh ginger )
	1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

180

Sugar

16g

Fat

13g

The Rich Sesame Sauce is a delicious marinade that adds a depth of flavor to any dish. This sauce can be used to marinate chicken, beef, pork or tofu to add flavor and keep the meat moist. It can also be poured over stir-fried vegetables for added flavor and texture. The toasted sesame seeds give the sauce a nutty flavor and the garlic and ginger add a well-rounded taste. This sauce has a unique combination of sweet and savory flavors that will leave your taste buds wanting more.

Instructions

1.	In a medium sized bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, honey, soy sauce, dark sesame oil, garlic, ginger and black pepper until well combined.
2.	Add the toasted sesame seeds and mix well.
3.	Use as a marinade or pour over your favorite dishes as a sauce.

PROS

The Rich Sesame Sauce is a versatile marinade that can be used on a variety of meats and vegetables.

It’s full of flavor and gives your dishes a depth that is unmatched by other sauces.

It’s easy to make, with just a few simple ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry.

CONS

This sauce is high in sodium due to the use of soy sauce.

People with soy allergies should avoid this recipe.

It’s not suitable for people who are gluten-free due to the use of soy sauce.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Sesame seeds are high in healthy fats that are known to lower cholesterol and reduce inflammation.
Honey is known to have antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties and can help soothe sore throats.
This recipe uses healthy ingredients without sacrificing flavor.