Hakka Dipping Sauces Recipe

Name: Hakka Dipping Sauces
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon hot water; 1 tablespoon Chinese chili sauce; 1 teaspoon unseasoned Japanese rice vinegar; 1/2 teaspoon sugar; 2 tablespoons unseasoned Japanese rice vinegar; 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon minced garlic; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1 tablespoon (packed) minced fresh ginger; 2 tablespoons peanut oil; 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Servings: persons

1
make the ginger sauce In a small bowl, combine the water with the chili sauce, vinegar and sugar; stir to dissolve the sugar.
2
Let stand for at least 15 minutes and stir before serving.
3
In a small bowl, combine the vinegar, garlic and sugar; stir to dissolve the sugar.
4
Let stand for at least 15 minutes and stir before serving.
5
Put the ginger in a small heatproof bowl.
6
Heat the oil in a small saucepan until it sends up a wisp of smoke, then pour it over the ginger and stir.
7
Stir in the salt.
8
Serve warm or at room temperature.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon hot water, 1 tablespoon Chinese chili sauce, 1 teaspoon unseasoned Japanese rice vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon sugar, and more.

Yes, Hakka Dipping Sauces falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Hakka Dipping Sauces

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Variations & substitutions

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