Gyoza dipping sauce without rice vinegar recipe

No rice vinegar? No problem. You can still make a delicious gyoza dipping sauce with simple pantry staples. Here’s a quick and flavorful alternative.

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🥢 Easy Gyoza Dipping Sauce (No Rice Vinegar)

Ingredients:

  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice (or apple cider vinegar)
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp sugar (optional for balance)
  • 1 small garlic clove, finely grated (optional)
  • A few drops of chili oil or a pinch of chili flakes (if you like heat)
  • Finely chopped scallions or sesame seeds for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

  1. In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce and lemon juice until well combined.
  2. Stir in the sesame oil, sugar, and any optional ingredients you like.
  3. Taste and adjust — add more lemon for tang, or a little water if it’s too salty.

Tip: Let it sit for 5–10 minutes before serving to let the flavors blend beautifully.

Enjoy your gyoza! 🥟