The Asian Larder

How to Make Ponzu Sauce at Home

Ponzu is a citrus soy sauce, and a simple version is just soy sauce, rice vinegar and citrus juice mixed together, ready in a couple of minutes. Bottled versions add dashi and mirin for extra depth, but the basic ratio works fine for most meals.

A simple ponzu ratio

What to use it on

FAQ

How long does homemade ponzu keep?

About a week in the fridge in a sealed jar, the citrus flavour fades a little over time.

Can you use bottled lemon juice?

Fresh is better for flavour, but bottled works in a pinch, the sauce will taste slightly flatter.

Is ponzu the same as soy sauce?

No, it is soy sauce with citrus and vinegar added, which makes it sharper and lighter than soy sauce alone.

Huì

Huì

Huì is a Beijing-born chef working in the UK. She writes The Asian Larder, with tested Asian recipes for British home cooks and honest advice on where to buy every ingredient.
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