Dragon Sauce Recipe
Introduction
Dragon Sauce is a creamy, savory condiment packed with umami flavor, perfect for enhancing your favorite dishes. Made with simple pantry ingredients, it adds a deliciously bold twist to meals in minutes.
Ingredients
- ½ cup (30 g) nutritional yeast flakes
- ¼ cup (60 ml) olive oil
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) tamari
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) water
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) maple syrup
- 1 garlic clove, halved
Instructions
- Step 1: Add the nutritional yeast flakes, olive oil, tamari, water, maple syrup, and halved garlic clove to a personal blender fitted with a grinding blade or to a bowl if using a hand blender.
- Step 2: Blend or purée all the ingredients until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Step 3: Transfer the sauce into an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator.
Tips & Variations
- For extra heat, add a pinch of chili flakes or a small fresh chili before blending.
- Use tamari for a gluten-free option; soy sauce can be substituted if preferred.
- If you want a thinner consistency, add an extra tablespoon of water and blend again.
Storage
Store Dragon Sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Before using, give it a quick stir or shake. It can be served chilled or at room temperature.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use regular soy sauce instead of tamari?
Yes, regular soy sauce works as a substitute, though tamari is preferred for its richer flavor and gluten-free quality.
Is nutritional yeast necessary?
Nutritional yeast provides the distinctive cheesy, umami flavor. If unavailable, you can try a small amount of grated Parmesan cheese, but the taste will be different.
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Dragon Sauce Recipe
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: About ¾ cup (180 ml) sauce 1x
- Diet: Vegan
Description
Dragon Sauce is a creamy, savory, and slightly sweet sauce made from nutritional yeast, olive oil, tamari, maple syrup, and garlic. It’s perfect for adding a flavorful, umami-rich kick to your dishes and can be easily puréed in a blender or by hand.
Ingredients
Dragon Sauce Ingredients
- ½ cup (30 g) nutritional yeast flakes
- ¼ cup (60 ml) olive oil
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) tamari
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) water
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) maple syrup
- 1 garlic clove, halved
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather all the ingredients including nutritional yeast flakes, olive oil, tamari, water, maple syrup, and a halved garlic clove to ensure everything is ready for blending.
- Blend the Sauce: Using a personal blender fitted with the grinding blade or a hand blender in a bowl, purée all the ingredients together until the mixture is completely smooth and well combined.
- Store the Sauce: Pour the finished dragon sauce into an airtight container and refrigerate. It will keep fresh for up to 4 days, allowing you to use it as a flavorful addition to various meals.
Notes
- This sauce can be used as a dressing, dip, or a spread to enhance your favorite dishes.
- Adjust the maple syrup amount for desired sweetness.
- You can substitute tamari with soy sauce if unavailable.
- Keep refrigerated and consume within 4 days to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Fusion
Keywords: Dragon Sauce, vegan sauce, nutritional yeast sauce, maple syrup sauce, savory sauce, umami sauce
