Ginger Miso Dressing
Published: January 29, 2024.
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I love this Ginger Miso Dressing! It adds real zing to slaws, salads and steamed veggies, spooned over grilled fish or added to noodle bowls.
A simple, 10-minute dressing that you can make in your own kitchen, this ginger-infused recipe features one of my pantry essentials during our colder months — white (shiro) miso.
What is White Miso?
White miso is a fermented paste made with rice and soybeans and forms the base for a lot of Japanese recipes. It has a mild umami flavour with a nutty sweetness that works well in soups, noodle dishes and dressings. Some versions are made with barley, wheat or other grains and contain gluten, so be sure to read the label if you’re looking for a gluten free option.
This small batch ginger miso dressing recipe features bright, citrusy lemon, lots of ginger and a little sugar to balance out the tanginess. The mayonnaise is optional, but it helps to temper the saltiness of the miso and I love the added creaminess it provides. If you don’t have miso, you can substitute soy sauce for a less creamy dressing and add another tablespoon of mayonnaise to thicken it.
We love how versatile this ginger miso dressing is. A go-to immunity booster for us during the colder months, it’s incredibly easy to make and will store in the fridge for at least a week.
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Ginger Miso Dressing
Makes 1¼ cups or about 6-8 servings; prep time 10 minutes.
Ingredients:
¼ cup natural rice vinegar
3 tablespoons white (shiro) miso
1 tablespoon mayonnaise (optional)
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
¼ teaspoon granulated sugar
¾ cup extra-virgin olive oil (or neutral vegetable oil)
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions:
In a food processor or high-speed blender, combine rice vinegar, miso, mayonnaise, lemon juice, ginger and sugar and mix until smooth. Adding ¼ cup at a time, pour in olive oil and continue to process until fully emulsified, scraping down the sides as you go. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve.
