Description
Mediterranean-inspired buddha bowl sauces elevate simple ingredients with rich, tangy flavors from Greece and the Middle East. Fresh herbs, creamy tahini, and zesty lemon combine to create a delightful culinary experience you’ll crave repeatedly.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) maple syrup or honey
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) rice vinegar
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) water (more if needed for thinning)
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp sriracha (optional for heat)
Instructions
- Sauce Preparation: Blend tahini with lemon juice in a medium mixing bowl, creating a rich, creamy foundation for the sauce.
- Emulsification Process: Drizzle extra virgin olive oil while whisking vigorously to develop a silky, smooth texture that integrates all flavors seamlessly.
- Flavor Infusion: Incorporate minced garlic and maple syrup, stirring thoroughly to balance tangy, earthy, and sweet undertones.
- Consistency Adjustment: Gradually introduce cool water, continuing to whisk until the sauce reaches a perfectly pourable consistency that will elegantly cascade over your buddha bowl.
- Final Refinement: Taste and fine-tune the seasoning, potentially adding a touch of salt or extra lemon juice to elevate the overall flavor profile, ensuring a harmonious and vibrant sauce.
Notes
- Whisk Thoroughly: Continuous whisking ensures smooth, well-blended sauce without lumps or separation.
- Temperature Matters: Use room temperature ingredients to help emulsification and create a more consistent sauce texture.
- Customize Sweetness: Adjust maple syrup quantity based on personal preference or dietary needs, using alternatives like honey or agave for different flavor profiles.
- Storage Strategy: Refrigerate sauce in an airtight container for up to 5 days, giving a quick stir before each use to restore original consistency.
- Prep Time: 6 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 640 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg