Spiced Vinegar Dip

Spiced Vinegar Dip

A tangy, peppery dip built from rice vinegar and fresh chiles for dumplings and dim sum.

Total 20 min Makes 16 oz Calories 28/serving

Dietary

Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Dairy free, Nut free, Halal, Kosher

Allergens

Soy, Sesame, Wheat

This bright condiment balances sharp vinegar with garlic, ginger, and chile heat for a quick dip that cuts through fried or steamed foods. It comes together in minutes with no cooking required, making it a handy companion for potstickers, spring rolls, or grilled skewers. Common across Southeast Asian and Chinese tables, it keeps well in the fridge for repeated use.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup rice vinegar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 2 fresh red chiles, thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons scallions, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Method

  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, water, sugar, and soy sauce until the sugar dissolves.

  2. Stir in the minced garlic, ginger, sliced chiles, and red pepper flakes.

  3. Add the toasted sesame oil, scallions, and salt, then stir to combine.

  4. Let the dip sit at room temperature for at least 10 minutes so the flavors meld before serving.

  5. Transfer to a small serving bowl or mason jar; stir before each use as ingredients settle.

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Spiced Vinegar Dip

This bright condiment balances sharp vinegar with garlic, ginger, and chile heat for a quick dip that cuts through fried or steamed foods. It comes together in minutes with no cooking required, making it a handy companion for potstickers, spring rolls, or grilled skewers. Common across Southeast Asian and Chinese tables, it keeps well in the fridge for repeated use.

20 min 16 oz 28 cal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup rice vinegar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 2 fresh red chiles, thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons scallions, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Method

  1. 1

    In a mixing bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, water, sugar, and soy sauce until the sugar dissolves.

  2. 2

    Stir in the minced garlic, ginger, sliced chiles, and red pepper flakes.

  3. 3

    Add the toasted sesame oil, scallions, and salt, then stir to combine.

  4. 4

    Let the dip sit at room temperature for at least 10 minutes so the flavors meld before serving.

  5. 5

    Transfer to a small serving bowl or mason jar; stir before each use as ingredients settle.