Ponzu sauce is a classical Japanese sauce made with soy sauce, rice vinegar, lemon, and bonito flakes. It’s a secret ingredient of the Japanese kitchen. It’s easy-to-make and versatile. Your guests will ask you, “How did you make this sauce?” Try it with broiled fish. It’s also used in one-pot dishes such as shabu-shabu.
Ponzu Sauce

Japanese sauce made with soy sauce, rice vinegar, lemon, and bonito flakes. Great for fish, vegetables, tofu, and meat.
Servings 8 2 tablespoons per serving
Calories 12kcal
Cost $5.00

Ingredients
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup rice vinegar
- 3 thin slices lemon
- 1 gram bonito flakes 1/4 cup lightly packed
Instructions
- Gather ingredients.
- In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, vinegar, and sliced lemons. Turn the heat medium and bring it to a gentle simmer.
- Turn the heat off and add bonito flakes. Wait for 15 minutes, then strain and discard the bonito and lemon slices.
- Keep ponzu sauce in a jar in the refrigerator. It will keep for up to one week.
Notes
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Nutrition
Calories: 12kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 811mg | Potassium: 31mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 1mg
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