Jumbo Shrimp with Vanilla Bean Beurre Blanc by Chef John Bubala, Thyme Restaurant |
These days, dressings aren't just for salads. They're the finishing accent to all kinds of presentations, adding sparkle, color and flavor. And adding Kikkoman Soy Sauce to these simple recipes, will kick up the umami, bringing out the best qualities of the foods they accompany. |
SAUCES
Umami-Easy Peanut Sauce
In container or blender, combine 3/4 cup Kikkoman Less Sodium Soy Sauce, 2 1/2 cups vegetable broth, 2/3 cup rice vinegar, 2/3 cup water, 5 tsp. Asian sesame oil, 2 1/2 tsp. minced garlic, 2 1/2 tsp. grated fresh ginger and 1 1/2 tsp. sugar. Add 2 cups chunky peanut butter; blend to emulsify. Mix in 1 1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes. Serve with grilled fish or chicken, or with roast pork.
(Yield: 6 1/2 cups)
Soy-Dijon Glaze for Roasted Meats
Combine 14 oz. brown sugar, 1 1/3 cups Dijon mustard and 3/4 cup Kikkoman Soy Sauce. Use to glaze roast pork, ham, lamb or meatloaf.
(Yield: 3 cups)
Fajita Marinade
Combine 3 cups pineapple juice and 1 cup Kikkoman Soy Sauce. Use 1/2 cup marinade per 4 lbs. beef skirt steak. Grill beef, slice and serve with warm flour tortillas, pico de gallo and fajita garnishes.
(Yield: 1 quart)
Umami Secret Sauce
Mix 4 cups mayonnaise, 1/2 cup Kikkoman Soy Sauce and 1/4 cup Dijon mustard. Use as sauce for fish, dip for vegetables or spread for burgers and sandwiches.
(Yield: 4 3/4 cups)
SPREADS
Lemon Aioli
Mix 4 cups mayonnaise, 1/4 cup Kikkoman Soy Sauce, 1 1/2 oz. minced garlic, 2 Tbsp. grated lemon peel and 4 tsp. lemon juice. Serve with grilled or breaded fish or shrimp, fried calamari, steamed artichokes or asparagus.
(Yield: 1 quart)
Spicy Asian Ketchup
Spike 1 cup tomato ketchup with 2 tsp. Kikkoman Soy Sauce, 2 tsp. chili paste and 1/2 tsp. fresh ginger; sweeten with 2 Tbsp. dark brown sugar or palm sugar. Serve with teriyaki burgers or french fries.
(Yield: 1 cup)
Ponzumami Mustard
Whisk together 1/2 cup whole-grain mustard, 4 tsp. Kikkoman Soy Sauce, 2 tsp. Kikkoman Ponzu Sauce and 2 tsp. Asian sesame oil. Great on ham, beef or turkey sandwiches.
(Yield: 1/2 cup)
DRESSINGS
Soy-White Truffle Oil Vinaigrette
In bowl, whisk together 3/4 cup Kikkoman Soy Sauce, 6 Tbsp. lemon juice, 3 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar, 3 Tbsp. white truffle oil and 1 1/2 cups olive oil; season to taste with salt and pepper. Whisk or shake well before using. Drizzle over grilled vegetables, such as zucchini, eggplant and corn, or roasted root vegetables.
(Yield: 3 cups)
Sesamiso Dressing
Whisk together 2/3 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup ground, toasted white sesame seeds, 1/4 cup Kikkoman Soy Sauce, 1/4 cup rice vinegar and 2 Tbsp. white miso. Great with romaine lettuce salad or steamed vegetables.
(Yield: 1 cup)
Sonoma Soy
Heat 1 cup extra virgin olive oil with 2 Tbsp. fresh thyme leaves and zest of 1 Meyer lemon until thyme bubbles. Cool, strain and purée with 2 cups mixed fresh herbs, such as basil, parsley and cilantro, 1/4 cup lemon juice and 2 Tbsp. Kikkoman Soy Sauce. Drizzle over avocado halves or cold poached shrimp.
(Yield: 1 1/2 cups)
Soy-Sherry Synergy Dressing
Combine 2 cups olive oil, 1 cup sherry vinegar, 3/4 cup Kikkoman Soy Sauce and 1/3 cup Dijon mustard; season with pepper. Use to dress salads with sturdy greens such as romaine lettuce, watercress or arugula.
(Yield: 1 quart)
Fat-Free Asian Dressing
Whisk together 1/2 cup Kikkoman Mirin, 1/4 cup rice vinegar, 2 Tbsp. Kikkoman Soy Sauce and 2 Tbsp. minced shallots. Toss with shredded red or green cabbage and grated carrots for a healthy Asian slaw.
(Yield: 1 cup)
Ranch Dressing
Whisk Kikkoman Teriyaki Sauce & Marinade or Kikkoman Soy Sauce, to taste, into ranch dressing to make a dipping sauce for chicken wings.
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