Name: Asian Dipping Sauces Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 1/2 cup (68 grams) honey; 1 teaspoon sesame oil; 1 teaspoon rice wine vinegar; 1/4 cup (34 grams) low sodium soy sauce; 1/2 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated; Toasted sesame seeds for garnish; 1/2 cup (118 ml) low sodium soy sauce; 3 teaspoons chili sauce (adjust to desired spice level); 2 teaspoons honey; Chopped scallion/spring onion for garnish; Chopped green onions for garnish; 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce; 3/4 cup (102 grams) peanut butter, smooth or chunky; 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce; Warm water, as needed to thin the sauce; Chopped peanuts for garnish (optional, omit if using chunky peanut butter)

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Introduction

Asian dipping sauces bring vibrant flavors and exciting twists to any meal, from dumplings to grilled meats. This collection features three easy-to-make sauces: Honey Sesame, Spicy Soy, and Savory Peanut. Each one adds a unique depth and balance of sweet, spicy, and savory notes to your dishes.

The image shows many golden-brown, crispy fried spring rolls cut into halves revealing a filling of shredded vegetables like carrots and green herbs, arranged in a circle on a white marbled surface. In the center, there are three white, teardrop-shaped bowls stacked vertically, each filled with different sauces: the top has a thick dark sauce sprinkled with sesame seeds, the middle bowl contains a creamy peanut-colored sauce with small nut pieces on top, and the bottom bowl holds a thin dark soy-looking sauce with small green onion pieces floating in it. Green bean pods are scattered lightly around and under the bowls and spring rolls, adding a fresh contrast. The scene is simple and clean, focusing on the textures and colors of the food, photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

Honey Sesame Sauce:

1/2 cup (68 grams) honey
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon rice wine vinegar
1/4 cup (34 grams) low sodium soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
Toasted sesame seeds for garnish

Spicy Soy Sauce:

1/2 cup (118 ml) low sodium soy sauce
3 teaspoons chili sauce (adjust to taste)
2 teaspoons honey
Chopped scallions or green onions for garnish

Savory Peanut Sauce:

1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
3/4 cup (102 grams) peanut butter, smooth or chunky
2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
Warm water, to thin the sauce as needed
Chopped peanuts for garnish (optional, omit if using chunky peanut butter)

Instructions

Honey Sesame Sauce: In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the honey, sesame oil, rice wine vinegar, and soy sauce until smooth and well combined.
Pour the sauce into a serving bowl and sprinkle the grated fresh ginger and toasted sesame seeds on top for garnish.
Spicy Soy Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, chili sauce, and honey until fully combined.
Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with chopped scallions or green onions for a fresh touch.
Savory Peanut Sauce: In a small bowl, combine the hoisin sauce, peanut butter, and soy sauce. Add 2 tablespoons of warm water and whisk until smooth. Add more water if needed to reach your desired consistency.
Pour into a serving bowl and top with chopped peanuts if desired, especially if you used smooth peanut butter.

Tips & Variations

Adjust the chili sauce in the Spicy Soy Sauce to control the heat level to your preference.
Use chunky or smooth peanut butter in the Savory Peanut Sauce depending on your texture preference.
For extra zing, add a squeeze of fresh lime juice to the Honey Sesame Sauce.
These sauces pair well with dumplings, spring rolls, grilled chicken, or steamed vegetables.

Storage

Store each sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Stir well before serving as ingredients may separate during storage. Peanut sauce may thicken when cold; thin with a little warm water and whisk to restore consistency before using.

How to Serve

The image shows several fried spring rolls cut in half, exposing a layered filling of white rice, shredded orange carrot, and green herbs inside a light golden crispy crust. Scattered between the spring rolls are bright green edamame pods, some whole and some partially opened. Behind the spring rolls, three white small bowls hold different sauces; one is dark brown with sesame seeds on top, the second is a smooth light brown peanut sauce with small crunchy bits, and the third is a darker sauce with visible small green chili slices. All items are placed on a white marbled textured surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make these sauces ahead of time?

Yes, these dipping sauces can be made several days in advance and stored in the refrigerator. This also helps the flavors meld together nicely.

Are these sauces gluten-free?

To make the sauces gluten-free, use a gluten-free soy sauce or tamari instead of regular soy sauce, and check that your chili sauce and hoisin sauce are gluten-free as well.