Easy Spicy Chinese Dipping Sauce

If you're a fan of Chinese cuisine, you know that the right dipping sauce can enhance the flavors of your favorite dishes.

Whether you're enjoying dumplings, spring rolls, or other Chinese appetizers, a good dipping sauce can add a flavor and spice that takes your taste buds to the next level.

Today, we're sharing an easy recipe for a Spicy Chinese Dipping Sauce that you can whip up in minutes. With just a few simple ingredients, this sauce packs a punch of heat and umami that will leave you wanting more.

So, let's start and learn how to make this delicious and versatile dipping sauce!

How to Make Chinese Dipping Sauce

Note: The full instructions are provided in the recipe card below.

In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, garlic, soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, and 2 tablespoons of hot chili oil. Whisk the Sauce until well combined. Enjoy!

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Easy Chinese Dipping Sauce

by Camila Benitez

If you're a fan of Chinese cuisine, you know that the right dipping sauce can make all the difference in enhancing the flavors of your favorite dishes. Whether you're enjoying dumplings, spring rolls, or other Chinese appetizers, a good dipping sauce can add a burst of flavor and spice that takes your taste buds to the next level.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 5 minutes mins

Course Sauce

Cuisine Chinese

Servings 10

Calories 37 kcal

Equipment

• small bowl
• Whisk
• Container
• Measuring cups

Ingredients

  

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For the Sauce:

• ▢ 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• ▢ 3 tablespoons light soy sauce
• ▢ 2 tablespoons Chinese rice vinegar
• ▢ 2 teaspoons Asian sesame oil , optional
• ▢ 2 tablespoon hot chili oil , to taste
• ▢ ½ teaspoon brown sugar , to taste

Instructions

 

• In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, garlic, soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, and 2 tablespoons of hot chili oil. Whisk the Sauce until well combined.Enjoy!

Notes

How to Store 

Transfer it to an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator for up to one week. After refrigeration, the sauce may thicken or separate, but stir it or bring it to room temperature before using it again.

Make-Ahead

To make Easy Spicy Chinese Dipping Sauce, mix all the ingredients as per the recipe and refrigerate the sauce for at least 1 hour or up to 24 hours before serving. This allows the flavors to meld together and develop more depth and complexity. Cover the Chinese dipping sauce bowl with plastic wrap or transfer it to an airtight container before refrigerating it. When ready to serve, stir the sauce quickly to ensure the ingredients are well combined.

Making the dipping sauce can save you time and make meal prep easier. Store the sauce in an airtight container and refrigerate it until ready to use. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Notes

Store the Sauce in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to three days.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts

Easy Chinese Dipping Sauce

Amount per Serving

Calories

37

% Daily Value*

Fat

 

4

g

6

%

Saturated Fat

 

1

g

6

%

Polyunsaturated Fat

 

1

g

Monounsaturated Fat

 

2

g

Sodium

 

302

mg

13

%

Potassium

 

14

mg

0

%

Carbohydrates

 

1

g

0

%

Fiber

 

0.1

g

0

%

Sugar

 

0.3

g

0

%

Protein

 

1

g

2

%

Vitamin A

 

0.1

IU

0

%

Vitamin C

 

0.2

mg

0

%

Calcium

 

3

mg

0

%

Iron

 

0.2

mg

1

%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Nutrition Disclaimer: The nutritional information provided is an estimate, calculated using standard data sources. Actual values may vary based on ingredient brands, preparation methods, and portion sizes. This information is for general reference only and should not be considered a substitute for professional dietary advice.