Ponzu Sauce (Japanese Citrus Soy Sauce)

Ponzu is a bright, citrusy Japanese sauce made by combining soy sauce with the juice of a tart citrus fruit — traditionally yuzu or sudachi, though lemon or lime are common substitutes — along with rice vinegar, mirin and dashi. Its tangy, savoury profile makes it a popular dipping sauce for sashimi, gyoza, shabu-shabu and grilled fish, and a bright finishing splash for salads and vegetables.

Ingredients

Ponzu is typically made from soy sauce, citrus juice, rice vinegar, mirin and dashi (often bonito flakes and kombu). Some bottled versions use a blend of citrus fruits to balance tartness and aroma.

Nutritional Facts

Ponzu is a light, soy-based sauce. Per tablespoon, it contains approximately 10 calories, no fat, and 2 grams of carbohydrates (about 1 gram of which is sugar), with roughly 0.5 grams of protein. It is high in sodium, typically around 480 milligrams per tablespoon.