Pokeworks Classic Sauce Recipe
Pokeworks Classic Sauce is a savory, tangy sauce made from soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and other natural ingredients. It’s perfect for enhancing dishes like poke bowls, sushi rolls, grilled vegetables, or meats. This versatile sauce is customizable with heat and sweetness levels, allowing you to adjust it to your taste. Easy to make in just 5 minutes, it’s a low-calorie, gluten-free, and vegan-friendly addition to your kitchen that can be stored for up to a week. Whether you’re cooking for yourself or a crowd, this sauce will elevate any meal with its bold and umami-packed flavor.
Equipment
- Measuring Spoons & Cups
- Whisk
- Mixing Bowl
- Small Saucepan optional
Ingredients
- ½ cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp grated sweet onion
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp mirin optional
- 1 tbsp sliced scallions
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- Red pepper flakes or sriracha optional, for added spice
Instructions
- Combine the Base Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, and brown sugar until the sugar is dissolved.
- Add Aromatics: Stir in the grated sweet onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Mix well.
- Add Acidity: Pour in rice vinegar and mirin (if using), and mix to combine all the ingredients.
- Finish with Final Touches: Add the sliced scallions, sesame seeds, and red pepper flakes or sriracha for some heat (optional). Stir to incorporate.
- Taste & Adjust: Taste the sauce and adjust the sweetness or spice level by adding more sugar or sriracha, depending on your preference.
- Serve or Store: Your Pokeworks Classic Sauce is ready to serve! Drizzle over poke bowls, sushi rolls, or grilled vegetables. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5-7 days.
Notes
- Storage: This sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5-7 days. You can also freeze it for up to 2 months.
- Customizable: Adjust the spice level by adding more or less red pepper flakes or sriracha. You can also make it sweeter by adding extra brown sugar or honey.
- Versatile: Great for poke bowls, sushi, grilled vegetables, and as a marinade for meats or tofu.