Things You'll Need:
- White miso paste
- Mirin
- Sesame oil
- Fresh ginger
- Chives
- Toasted sesame seeds
- Wire whisk
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Step 1
Add two teaspoons of white miso paste to ½ cup hot water. Stir to combine, and allow the mixture to sit until the miso paste is completely dissolved.
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Step 2
Add two tablespoons of mirin, one teaspoon of sesame oil, and one teaspoon of freshly grated ginger. Stir to thoroughly incorporate the spices.
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Step 3
Add one teaspoon of finely chopped chives and one tablespoon of toasted sesame seeds. Stir again to combine.
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Step 4
Whisk the ginger miso dressing with a wire whisk until it begins to thicken. This usually takes 2-3 minutes. Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator, covered, until ready to serve.
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Step 5
To serve the ginger miso dressing, drizzle over your favorite dish. Fried tofu, crab cakes, and salads are all a good accompaniment to the dressing. Use anywhere you need a Japanese-inspired condiment.








