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Lantern Dumpling Sauce

By Andrea Reusing

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The rich flavors of the pork and chive dumplings shouldn’t be drowned out by a heavy sauce. This quick one is all you need.

Recipe information

  • Total Time

    2 hr

  • Yield

    Makes about 3/4 cup

Ingredients

1/2 cup soy sauce
1/3 cup water
1/2 tablespoon Shaoxing wine
1/8 teaspoon Asian sesame oil
1 garlic clove, smashed
3 (2-inch) dried red chiles, wiped clean
1/8 teaspoon sugar

Preparation

  1. Stir together all ingredients and let stand at room temperature at least 2 hours and up to 2 days.

TagsSauceAsianDairy FreeEasyQuick5 Ingredients or FewerGourmet
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