5 Minute Ginger Sauce (Benihana Copycat) - Recipes From A Pantry (2024)

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This delicious Benihana Copycat Ginger Sauce is so quick and easy to make! All you need is a few basic pantry staples and 5 minutes and you can dip your Hibachi shrimp, steak, veggies, and more.

You’ll also want to try this recipe for Bang Bang Sauce and my 5 Minute Yum Yum Sauce.

Suitable for vegan and gluten free diets. Post includes Weight Watchers points.

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Love eating at Benihanaor other Hibachi style restaurants and Japanese steakhouses and want to recreate that amazing dipping Ginger Sauce at home? Then this delectable addictive, gotta-have-some more, version is just what you are looking for.

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Easy Ginger Sauce

This easy Japanese dipping sauce isa breeze to whip up with a few fresh and affordable ingredients, minimal prep and comes together in just 5 minutes.

Like this easy Hibachi Style Yum Yum Sauce, it is versatile, adaptable, and will add some major next-level flavor to your everyday meals.

Plus, you need an awesome selection of five-minute sauces and sides like this Bang Bang Sauce and a deliciously spicy crab Kani Salad since it is the easiest way and to add exotic variety to your cooking!

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What is Ginger Sauce

So what exactly is Hibachi Ginger Sauce? It is a flavorful slightly sweet yet slightly tangy sauce served in Japanese steakhouse and can be used for dipped pretty much EVERYTHING!#somuchyum

Uses

The main way to use this Benihana Ginger sauce is for shrimp, steak, egg rolls, wontons, vegetables, etc. It is also great as a salad dressing or dipping for chargrilled lettuce wedges or chargrilled green onions into it. On busy nights it works as a quick marinade for chicken breasts.

A favorite way to have Hibachi Ginger Sauce is with a side of Air fryer Hibachi Shrimp and this Instant Pot Hibachi Fried Rice. Basically add it to any homemade hibachi style dinner to make them even better.

Why You Will Love This

  • Super easy homemade takeout sauce that’sready in just 5 minutes.
  • You need only a few pantry ingredients to make this delicious sauce.
  • Greatmake-ahead sauceandeasy to double or triple and drizzle of some baked salmon.
  • It is vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free.

Trust me when I say you’re going to want to have this awesome condiment in your fridge! So let’s get started on how to make the best easy Japanese Ginger Sauce recipe at home!

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Ingredients………

This Japanese Steakhouse dipping sauce is surprisingly easy to make. You only need 5 ingredients (and a few optional additions) and they’re all items you probably already have in your pantry.

  • onion – you can use red or yellow onion.
  • ginger – fresh ginger root is preferable and peeled.
  • lemon juice – the juice from about 2 lemons.
  • rice wine vinegar – but I have use apple cider vinegar or white wine vinegar instead.
  • Tamari soy sauce – Use a gluten free soy sauce or regular soy sauce to your preference.
  • optional: maple syrup (but highly recommended as it balances out the tart flavors).

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How To Make Ginger Sauce Benihana Copycat At Home

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  1. Peel and roughly slice the ginger.
  2. Peel and cut the onion 8 wedges.
  3. Add these and all the rest of the ingredients into a food processor.
  4. Whiz into a chunky (yet still liquid) sauce before serving or storing.
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Expert Recipe Tips

  • Add more onion if you prefer a chunkier sauce.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, reduce the liquids a bit.
  • You can always decrease or increase the amount of fresh ginger you add to your taste.
  • Add a bit more lemon if you prefer more sharpness.
  • You can use a blender if you prefer.
  • If you want a smooth sauce then add to blender and blend to your desired consistency.
  • You don’t need to grate your ginger or onion first – the food processor will do this for you.

Delicious Ways To Change It Up

Here are some delicious ways to change up this easy ginger dipping sauce:

  • Add some heat – feel free to add red chili flakes for some heat.
  • Change the sweetener – use honey or brown sugar instead.
  • Skip the sweetness – if you prefer a much sharper sauce then simply skip the sweetener.
  • Add zing – with a little bit of lemon zest. It is easier to zest your lemon before you juice it.

Pro Tip: The flavors of this develop over time, so feel free to make it a day before serving.

Storage

This ginger dipping sauce is very versatile, easily adaptable, and can be used with any meal, any time of the day, all year long.

  • Store – Make ahead and store in a glass jar or other airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Freeze – Place meal size portions in very handy Ziploc Freezer bags. But for longer storage, follow this nifty method: Portion the ginger sauce intoice cube trays. Once frozen, pop out the individual ice cubes of seasoning and then add them into a labeledZiploc bag. Store in your freezer for up to 3 months.
  • Note: a siliconice cube traywill make your life much easier.
  • Meal Prep – You can easily double or triple this recipe to make extra for other meals or freeze them for later use.
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Chef’s Tip==> You canadd the frozen sauce cubes directly into soups, stews, or any recipe you are cooking. But if using them as a dipping sauce, you will need to thaw the cubes first.

FAQs

Can I Use Ground Ginger Instead Of Fresh Ginger?

You certainly can. Fresh ginger, along with all the other fresh ingredients gives a better flavor. But also fresh ginger adds chunkiness to the sauce. However, if you prefer then please use the powdered version to your taste.

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Serving Suggestions

We absolutely love this dipping sauce with everything. We tend to eat it with Hibachi Fried Rice and delicious Hibachi Shrimp made in the Air Fryer.

We also love it with Simple Hibachi Chicken, delicious grilled steak or grilled chicken, simple fries rice, Air Fryer Egg Rolls and Air Fryer Whole Chicken, grilled vegetables and sushi.

Alternatively I use as a salad dressing for some seafood like shrimp,

Other Quick Saucesand Salads

  • Spicy Crab Kani Salad.
  • 5 Minute Bang Bang Sauce. (great for dipping shrimp and chicken into)
  • 5 Mins Yum Yum Sauce (another hibachi style sauce)
  • 5 Minutes Lemon Butter Sauce.
  • 5 Minutes Basil Pesto Sauce.
  • 5 Minutes Honey Mustard Sauce.
  • 5 Minutes Remoulade Sauce.
  • 5 Minutes Ramps Pesto.
  • 5 Really Easy Sauces.
  • Pesto Aioli.
  • Chipotle Aioli.
  • Homemade Chimichurri Sauce. (works great as a marinade too)
  • Really Easy Sriracha Aioli.

Weight Watchers Points

There is just 1 Blue Plan SmartPoint in a serving of this delicious Hibachi dipping sauce.

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Benihana Ginger Sauce

A versatile Japanese steakhouse style dipping sauce

Prep Time5 minutes mins

Cook Time1 minute min

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: asian

Servings: 12

Calories: 31kcal

Author: Bintu Hardy

Ingredients

  • 1 onion peeled and cut into 8 wedges
  • ¾ inch (2cm) piece fresh ginger peeled and roughly sliced
  • ¾ cup (175ml) Tamari soy sauce or regular soy sauce if not gluten free
  • ½ cup (118ml) rice wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • ¼ cup (60ml) lemon juice
  • 1 ½ – 2 tablespoons maple syrup (or more to taste) optional but highly recommended

Instructions

  • Peel and roughly slice the ginger.

  • Peel and cut the onion 8 wedges.

  • Add these and all the rest of the ingredients into a food processor.

  • Whiz into a chunky (yet still liquid) sauce before serving or storing.

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Notes

  • Add more onion if you prefer a chunkier sauce.
  • If you want a thicker sauce, reduce the liquids a bit.
  • You can use a blender if you prefer.
  • You don’t need to grate your ginger or onion first – the food processor will do this for you.
  • There is just 1 WW vBlue Plan SmartPoint in a serving of this.

Nutrition

Calories: 31kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 811mg | Potassium: 62mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 1mg

5 Minute Ginger Sauce (Benihana Copycat) - Recipes From A Pantry (2024)

FAQs

What is hibachi ginger sauce made of? ›

Simply combine all the ingredients in a blender: onion, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, lemon juice, honey, dark soy sauce, and black pepper. Pulse until it is to your preferred consistency. And that's it!

What is Benihana sauce? ›

Each morning inside our Benihana restaurants, our teppanyaki chefs peel and grate fresh ginger and blend it with chopped onion, vinegar, lemon and soy sauce to create a distinct savory-citrus taste.

What do hibachi chefs squirt on food? ›

We asked our local hibachi chef and here is what is actually on the cart. The shakers are salt, pepper, sesame seeds, and garlic powder or garlic salt. The squirt bottles are sesame oil, soy sauce, and Japanese barbecue sauce (like Mr. Yoshido brand or the brand name “Japanese Barbecue Sauce”).

What is a replacement for ginger sauce? ›

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  • Ground Allspice is often mistaken for a blended spice because it packs many flavors. ...
  • Ground Cinnamon is a wonderful ginger substitute that adds sweetness to a dish. ...
  • Ground Mace can be used in both sweet and savory dishes.
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What does Benihana mean in Japanese? ›

A red safflower found in the neighbourhood streets gave the Aoki's the inspiration for the restaurant's name; 'Benihana – or 'red flower' in Japanese. The family's four sons grew up with the coffee shop, which later became a full-service restaurant.

What's so special about Benihana? ›

Named after his parents' Tokyo coffee shop, Benihana opened in 1964, featuring an authentic Japanese farmhouse interior and food prepared on steel teppanyaki grills right in front of customers. His highly trained teppanyaki chefs delighted customers with intricate knife work and theatrics.

What are the two sauces you get at hibachi? ›

Their unique flavors and creamy textures make them the perfect companions for grilled delights. Whether you're a fan of the zesty kick of ginger sauce or the creamy indulgence of Yum Yum Sauce, one thing is certain: these two sauces are an essential part of the hibachi experience, and they're here to stay.

What kind of sauce do they use at hibachi restaurants? ›

The BEST Sauces for Hibachi. Yum Yum Sauce: Also known as "Shrimp Sauce" or "White Sauce," Yum Yum Sauce is a creamy and tangy favorite. Made with mayonnaise, tomato paste, sugar, and a few other simple ingredients, this sauce is an absolute must-have on your hibachi table.

What is the best sauce for hibachi? ›

Hibachi Sauces
  • Skinny Yum Yum Sauce (A.K.A. Japanese White Sauce) — The Skinny Fork. Backyard Hibachi. ...
  • Remoulade Sauce Recipe - Food.com. Backyard Hibachi. ...
  • Japanese White Sauce YUM YUM SAUCE. Backyard Hibachi. ...
  • HOMEMADE GINGER SAUCE. ...
  • Japanese Hibachi Grill Soy Ginger Sauce. ...
  • Homemade Japanese Shrimp Sauce Yum Yum Sauce Recipe.

What is Chinese ginger sauce made of? ›

The sauce is made with peeled and finely chopped fresh ginger, light soy sauce, and rice vinegar. All ingredients are available at well-assorted supermarkets or Asian grocery stores. Ginger is a root and oddly shaped with lots of nooks and crannies.

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