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.

🥢 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:
- In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce and lemon juice until well combined.
- Stir in the sesame oil, sugar, and any optional ingredients you like.
- 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! 🥟
