A classic, balanced dipping sauce for sushi, combining salty soy sauce, tangy rice vinegar, and a hint of sweetness. Perfect for enhancing the flavors of your homemade sushi rolls or sashimi.
5 min prep
4 servings
25 kcal/serving
Ingredients
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons mirin
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, mirin, rice vinegar, and sugar.
Whisk until the sugar is fully dissolved.
Transfer to a serving dish or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to use.
Tips
For a stronger flavor, add a pinch of bonito flakes or a small piece of kombu (dried kelp) and let it steep for 10 minutes before straining.
Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks; stir before serving.
Adjust sweetness by adding more or less sugar to taste.