This Asian Sesame Dressing brings a bold, nutty punch to any meal. With toasted sesame oil, soy sauce, and rice vinegar, it’s tangy, savoury, and aromatic all at once. It’s perfect for rice bowls, noodle salads, steamed veggies, or as a quick marinade for meats and tofu.
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
If you’re looking for a dressing that’s both easy and flavourful, this one delivers every time. It’s savoury, nutty, and perfectly balanced with tang and sweetness. You’ll love it because:
- It takes less than 5 minutes to make - just shake or whisk everything together
- Uses simple pantry staples like soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil
- Bold nutty flavour pairs well with salads, grain bowls, noodles, and marinades
- Stores well, so you can meal prep and use it throughout the week
Ingredients
- Olive oil + toasted sesame oil - creates a rich, nutty base.
- Rice vinegar - adds a bright, tangy flavour.
- Honey - balances the acidity with sweetness.
- Soy sauce - for saltiness and umami depth.
- Garlic – adds fresh savoury flavour.
- Chili flakes or ginger (optional) - for warmth, spice, or a fragrant kick.
See recipe card for quantities.
Instructions
STEP 1: Combine oils, vinegar, honey, soy sauce, and garlic in a mason jar or mixing bowl. (Optional: add chili flakes or ginger for extra flavour.)
STEP 2: Seal the jar with the lid and shake well, or whisk (if using a mixing bowl) until smooth and emulsified.
STEP 3: Taste and adjust as needed. Enjoy!
Storage and Equipment
This dressing keeps for up to 7 days in the fridge when stored in a sealed container. An 8-ounce mason jar works perfectly since you can mix and store it in the same container. Just give it a quick shake before serving as the ingredients may naturally separate.
Toasty's Tips
- Toasted sesame oil is key - it gives the dressing that deep nutty flavour, so don’t skip it.
- If you don’t have rice vinegar, white vinegar works in a pinch.
- Add freshly grated ginger for a fragrant, slightly spicy twist.
- Chili flakes bring a subtle heat if you like a little spice.
- Use this dressing as a marinade for chicken, shrimp, or tofu for quick weeknight meals.
- Toss it with noodles or drizzle it over steamed veggies for a simple but flavourful upgrade.
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Ingredients
Instructions
- Combine oils, vinegar, honey, soy sauce, and garlic in a mason jar or mixing bowl. (Optional: add chili flakes or ginger for extra flavour.)
- Seal the jar with the lid and shake well, or whisk (if using a mixing bowl) until smooth and emulsified.
- Taste and adjust as needed. Enjoy!
Notes
- Watch the step-by-step video tutorial here.
- Toasted sesame oil is key - it gives the dressing that deep nutty flavour, so don’t skip it.
- If you don’t have rice vinegar, white vinegar works in a pinch.
- Add freshly grated ginger for a fragrant, slightly spicy twist.
- Chili flakes bring a subtle heat if you like a little spice.
- Use this dressing as a marinade for chicken, shrimp, or tofu for quick weeknight meals.
- Toss it with noodles or drizzle it over steamed veggies for a simple but flavourful upgrade.
STEP-BY-STEP VIDEO
You can find step-by-step video tutorials for all of my recipes on my YouTube Channel. There you'll find many more tips and tricks to help you along!
Nutrition
Note: Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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