Classic Toasted Sesame-Garlic Dressing (Sesame & Oil Base)
Founders
4
5 minutes
A deeply aromatic, umami-rich dressing built on the nutty warmth of toasted sesame oil, balanced with rice vinegar, soy sauce, and finely grated garlic. Honey softens the edges, and toasted sesame seeds add a satisfying finish. Light, savoury, and endlessly versatile. To make it vegan, substitute the honey with pure maple syrup. To make it gluten-free, substitute the soy sauce with tamari.
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Ingredients
- 1½ tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 1½ tbsp neutral oil (avocado or canola)
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- ½ tsp honey (or maple syrup for vegan)
- 1 garlic clove, finely grated
- ½ tsp toasted sesame seeds
Directions
- Combine rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, and finely grated garlic in a small bowl. Whisk together until the honey dissolves.
- Slowly drizzle in the toasted sesame oil and neutral oil while whisking to combine.
- Stir in the toasted sesame seeds.
- Taste and adjust — add more rice vinegar for brightness, soy sauce for depth, or honey for balance.
- Use immediately or store in a sealed jar in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Shake well before each use.