Name: Ginger-Sesame Sauce
Cook time: 10 minutes
Total time: 10 minutes
Yield: Makes about 3/4 cup
Ingredients: 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 2 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 teaspoon finely grated peeled ginger; 1/2 teaspoon Asian sesame oil; 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro; 1 tablespoon finely chopped scallion

This spiced-up Asian-inspired sauce is perfect for dipping French fries or crudité, or for drizzling over seared chicken or fish.

Cooks' note:

•Sauce can be made 3 days ahead and chilled, covered. Bring to room temperature before serving.

Recipe information

Total Time
10 minutes
Yield
Makes about 3/4 cup

Ingredients

1/2 cup mayonnaise

2 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar

1 tablespoon soy sauce

1 teaspoon finely grated peeled ginger

1/2 teaspoon Asian sesame oil

1 tablespoon chopped cilantro

1 tablespoon finely chopped scallion

Preparation

Blend together mayonnaise, vinegar, soy sauce, ginger, and Asian sesame oil in a blender until smooth. Pour into a bowl and stir in cilantro and scallion.

TagsSauce Condiment Dip Asian Ginger Herbs & Spices Cilantro Scallion Onion Root Vegetable Vegetable Vegetarian Dairy Free Easy Quick Make Ahead No-Cook Food Processor Blender Gourmet

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