Tempura Dipping Sauce (Tentsuyu)
Tentsuyu is the traditional and essential Japanese dipping sauce for all kinds of tempura. Made with just 4 ingredients, this homemade recipe is a must to elevate your favorite vegetable or shrimp tempura. Ready in 5 minutes!
Ingredients
Servings: (¼-cup portions)
- ¾ cup dashi (Japanese soup stock) (use standard Awase Dashi, dashi packet or powder, or Vegan Dashi)
- 3 Tbsp soy sauce
- 2 Tbsp mirin
- 2 tsp sugar
- 2 inches daikon radish (grated, lightly squeezed of liquid; optional)
Instructions
- Gather all the ingredients.
- Combine ¾ cup dashi (Japanese soup stock), 3 Tbsp soy sauce, 2 Tbsp mirin, and 2 tsp sugar in a small saucepan. Tip: For a quick dashi, use ¾ cup (180 ml) water plus 1 tsp dashi powder.
- Bring it to a simmer and let the sugar dissolve completely. Turn off the heat and let it cool before pouring the sauce into a mason jar.
To Serve
- Warm the Tempura Dipping Sauce and serve in a small individual bowl alongside your favorite tempura. If desired, grate 2 inches daikon radish (I use a ceramic grater) and gently squeeze out most of the liquid; serve a small portion to add to the sauce, as you like.
To Store
- You can store the sauce in the refrigerator for up to 1–2 weeks.
Nutrition
Calories: 37kcal, Carbohydrates: 4g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 1g, Sodium: 722mg, Potassium: 2mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 4g, Calcium: 1mg, Iron: 1mg
The nutrition facts shown are generated by an online calculator and are estimates only. Please consult a professional nutritionist for specific dietary needs.
