WASABI GINGER SAUCE

Wasabi Ginger Sauce image

Provided by lazyme

Categories Asian

Time 45m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 ounce fresh ginger, peeled, cut in 1/2-inch pieces
1 small shallot, peeled, cut in 1/2-inch pieces (1/2 ounce)
1 garlic clove, peeled
3/4 cup mirin or 3/4 cup rice wine
3/4 cup low sodium soy sauce or 3/4 cup tamari
1/4 cup seasoned rice vinegar or 1/4 cup wine vinegar
2 tablespoons dark molasses
1 1/2 tablespoons wasabi paste, prepared
1 tablespoon brown sugar, packed
1 tablespoon sesame oil (toasted sesame oil)
1 1/2 teaspoons powdered ginger
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

NOTE:.
Mirin or rice wine, and wasabi paste are available in Asian markets or gourmet/ethnic foods section of grocery stores.
Place ginger, shallot and garlic in blender jar; cover blender jar.
Set on Low; pulse 5 times.
Scrape sides of jar; pulse 5 times.
Add remaining ingredients in order given.
Blend for 20 seconds.
Transfer to a resealable container and let stand for 30 minutes before using, to allow flavors to develop.
Unused portions may be refrigerated for up to a week - stir before using.
Tip:.
As a marinade, use about 1 tablespoon of marinade per portion.
Meats such as boneless, skinless chicken parts, pork chops, or steaks can be placed in a resealable freezer-weight bag, coated with marinade and frozen.
When thawed, they will be fully marinated and ready to cook.