I was excited to experiment with this Dragon Sauce recipe melding the punch of sriracha, smooth honey sweetness and a hint of garlic. I wanted to share this Asian Dipping Sauce style creation that unites soy sauce, rice vinegar and ginger for a captivating flavor profile and leaves you fascinated.

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I’ve always been curious about how a few simple ingredients can transform into something so dramatic, and that’s exactly what happened when I mixed up 1/4 cup soy sauce, 1/4 cup honey, and 1/4 cup sriracha sauce. I threw in a couple of minced garlic cloves, a tablespoon of rice vinegar, and a teaspoon of sesame oil, then added in a splash of water and a half teaspoon of freshly grated ginger.

This pretty wild mix brings together that perfect hit of sweetness, tang, and heat that fits right in with what I love about Asian-inspired cooking. Its bold flavors are similar to what you’d find in Chinese or Asian cooking, making it an ideal choice if you’re into exploring savory homemade sauce recipes.

Whether you’re using it as a marinade for meats, a glaze for veggies, or just a dipping sauce, this Dragon Sauce might just surprise you with its kick. Enjoy experimenting and feel free to tweak it to your taste!

Why I Like this Recipe

1. I really like this Dragon Sauce ’cause it’s super easy to whip up and doesn’t require a bunch of fancy ingredients – it’s all stuff I already have in my pantry.
2. I love the balance of flavors – the honey gives it a sweet kick while the sriracha packs in the spice and the soy sauce and rice vinegar add a tangy twist that just hits the spot.
3. I like that it’s totally versatile. I can use it as a marinade for meats, drizzle it over veggies, or even dip my spring rolls in it, which makes every meal a little more exciting.
4. I appreciate how simple it is to tweak it myself. If I ever feel like it’s too intense or thick, I just splash a bit of water in it and it turns out just the way I like.

Ingredients

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Soy sauce is rich in sodium and protein; it provides a savory umami flavor.
Honey is a natural sweetener with antioxidants, giving energy and delicious sweetness.
Sriracha sauce adds a spicy kick, loaded with carbs and bold chili notes.
Garlic provides a punch of flavor along with minor protein, fiber, and antioxidant benefits.
Rice vinegar offers a tangy sour kick while being low in calories and fat.
Sesame oil contributes rich aroma and healthy fats, enhancing both texture and taste.
Fresh ginger adds warmth and mild spice, helping digestion and anti-inflammatory processes.
Water is used to balance the sauce consistency while keeping flavors mellow.

Ingredient Quantities

1/4 cup soy sauce

1/4 cup honey

1/4 cup sriracha sauce

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 tablespoon rice vinegar

1 teaspoon sesame oil

1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger

2 tablespoons water

How to Make this

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1. In a medium sized bowl, mix the soy sauce, honey and sriracha together until its well combined.

2. Add in the minced garlic, rice vinegar, sesame oil and the grated fresh ginger, then stir everything together.

3. Pour in 2 tablespoons of water and whisk the mixture until you have a smooth sauce.

4. Taste the sauce and if its too thick or intense, add a little more water to get your desired consistency.

5. Let the sauce sit for about 10 minutes so the flavours can blend properly.

6. Use it as a marinade for meats or sprinkle it over veggies before baking or grilling.

7. Alternatively, serve it as a dipping sauce for appetizers like spring rolls or dumplings.

8. Enjoy your homemade Dragon Sauce, and feel free to tweak it a bit to suit your taste!

Equipment Needed

1. Medium bowl – to mix and combine all the ingredients evenly.
2. Measuring cups – to accurately measure out soy sauce, honey, and sriracha.
3. Measuring spoons – for the garlic, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, and water.
4. Whisk – to blend the ingredients into a smooth sauce.
5. Fine grater – for finely grating the fresh ginger.
6. Knife and cutting board – to mince garlic if you’re not using pre-minced garlic.

FAQ

How spicy is this Dragon Sauce?

It's got a solid kick from the sriracha but with honey balancing out the heat. You can adjust by using less sriracha if needed.

What foods work best with this sauce?

It's great on grilled chicken, stir-fries, and even as a dipping sauce for snacks.

Can I use it as a marinade?

Yep, that's one of the best uses. Marinating meat in it really brings out a deep flavor.

How long will it last in the fridge?

If you keep it in an airtight container, it'll stay good for about a week.

Are there any ingredient substitutions I can make?

Sure, you can swap rice vinegar with apple cider vinegar, though it might change the taste a bit. Stick to the other ingredients for the full Dragon Sauce kick.

Dragon Sauce Recipe Substitutions and Variations

Instead of soy sauce, try using tamari or coconut aminos, they work just fine in most recipes.
If you don’t have honey on hand, agave nectar or pure maple syrup are good alternatives.
For sriracha sauce, you might mix chili garlic sauce with a splash of vinegar to get that spicy kick.
You can swap rice vinegar with apple cider vinegar if you need a substitute.
If sesame oil is missing, a neutral oil with a few drops of toasted sesame flavor can do the trick.

Pro Tips

1. If you got time, let the sauce chill a bit in the fridge after its done sitting to really let the flavors meld—it makes a huge difference in taste.
2. Make sure you use fresh ginger and garlic cause using the powdered stuff just doesn’t give you that kick.
3. When you’re marinating meats or veggies, try letting them sit in the sauce for at least 30 mins to an hour to make sure they really soak up all the flavor.
4. Can always tweak the water amount, so don’t be nervous to add a little more if the sauce seems too thick or overpowering after you mix everything together.

Dragon Sauce Recipe

Recipe by Bob Jones

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Equipment: 1. Medium bowl – to mix and combine all the ingredients evenly.
2. Measuring cups – to accurately measure out soy sauce, honey, and sriracha.
3. Measuring spoons – for the garlic, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, and water.
4. Whisk – to blend the ingredients into a smooth sauce.
5. Fine grater – for finely grating the fresh ginger.
6. Knife and cutting board – to mince garlic if you’re not using pre-minced garlic.

Ingredients

1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup sriracha sauce
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
2 tablespoons water

Directions

In a medium sized bowl, mix the soy sauce, honey and sriracha together until its well combined.
Add in the minced garlic, rice vinegar, sesame oil and the grated fresh ginger, then stir everything together.
Pour in 2 tablespoons of water and whisk the mixture until you have a smooth sauce.
Taste the sauce and if its too thick or intense, add a little more water to get your desired consistency.
Let the sauce sit for about 10 minutes so the flavours can blend properly.
Use it as a marinade for meats or sprinkle it over veggies before baking or grilling.
Alternatively, serve it as a dipping sauce for appetizers like spring rolls or dumplings.
Enjoy your homemade Dragon Sauce, and feel free to tweak it a bit to suit your taste!

Notes

Below you’ll find my best estimate of this recipe’s nutrition facts. Treat the numbers as a guide rather than a rule—great food should nourish both body and spirit. Figures are approximate, and the website owner assumes no liability for any inaccuracies in this recipe.