Japanese Sesame Salad Dressing
Here is a recipe for one of the most popular salad dressings in Japan: a rich and creamy Japanese sesame salad dressing that is so versatile! This Japanese Sesame Salad Dressing (Goma Dressing) is creamy, nutty, and slightly tangy with the perfect balance of savory soy sauce, sweet sugar, and roasted sesame. It’s a restaurant-style dressing you can whip up in minutes. Perfect for salads, grilled meats, or as a dipping sauce.
$3–$5 depending on pantry staples
Equipment
- Small Mixing Bowl: – To combine ingredients.
- whisk – For blending into a smooth, creamy dressing.
- measuring spoons
- Airtight Jar/Container – For storing leftovers.
Ingredients
- 4 tbsps ground roasted sesame
- 4 tbsps mayonnaise Japanese or regular
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tsps low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tsps sugar
- 2 tsps sesame oil
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix all the ingredients.4 tbsps ground roasted sesame, 4 tbsps mayonnaise, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 2 tsps low-sodium soy sauce, 2 tsps sugar, 2 tsps sesame oil
- Whisk until smooth.
Notes
Customizations:
- Sweeter: Add an extra ½ tsp sugar or honey.
- Creamier: Use more mayonnaise or a splash of heavy cream.
- Lighter: Swap mayo with Greek yogurt for a tangier, lower-calorie version.
Storage Tips:
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Stir or whisk before using, as sesame may settle at the bottom.
Serving Tips:
- Drizzle over green salads, shredded cabbage, or noodle salads.
- Use as a dipping sauce for fresh vegetables or grilled chicken.
Cooking Tips:
- Use Japanese Kewpie mayo for authentic flavor.
- Toast sesame seeds before grinding for deeper nuttiness.
Nutrition
Calories: 123kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 0.4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 6mgSodium: 179mgPotassium: 12mgFiber: 0.02gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 9IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 0.1mg
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