Japanese Carrot Ginger Dressing Recipe
A vibrant and flavorful Japanese Carrot Ginger Dressing that combines fresh carrots, onion, and ginger with savory soy sauce and tangy rice vinegar. This easy-to-make dressing is emulsified with oil to create a creamy texture perfect for crisp salads like iceberg or romaine lettuce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: About 1 1/2 cups 1x
- Category: Dressing
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Japanese
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables & Aromatics
- 7 ounces carrots, peeled and chopped
- 4 ounces onion, peeled and finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons ginger, peeled and finely chopped
Other Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup rice vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup organic canola or vegetable oil
Instructions
- Blend Ingredients: Place the carrots, onion, ginger, sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and salt into a blender. Blend the mixture until completely smooth and homogeneous.
- Add and Emulsify Oil: Slowly pour in the canola or vegetable oil while the blender is running. Continue blending until the dressing emulsifies into a creamy, well-mixed dressing.
- Serve: Use the dressing immediately or store it in the refrigerator. It pairs best with crisp lettuces like iceberg or romaine for a fresh, tangy salad experience.
Notes
- For a smoother texture, strain the dressing through a fine mesh sieve if desired.
- Adjust sweetness by varying the amount of granulated sugar to taste.
- Store leftover dressing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Can be used as a marinade or dip aside from salads.
Keywords: Japanese dressing, carrot ginger dressing, salad dressing, homemade dressing, Japanese cuisine, healthy dressing
