Manuka Miso & Yuzu Dressing
Umami-rich salad dressing with bright citrus and Manuka honey
A trending, gut-friendly dressing that balances savoury white miso and yuzu with the floral sweetness of Manuka honey. Perfect on leafy salads, roasted vegetables, grain bowls or as a glaze for fish.
Timing
Cook Time: PT0M
Prep Time: PT10M
Rest Time: PT30M
Total Time: PT40M
Active Time: PT10M
Ingredients
3
tbsp
white miso paste
(Notes: smooth)
2
tbsp
Manuka honey
(Notes: Comvita UMF 12+ recommended)
3
tbsp
yuzu juice
(Notes: or substitute 2 tbsp lemon + 1 tbsp orange)
3
tbsp
rice vinegar
2
tsp
light soy sauce
(Notes: or tamari for gluten-free)
2
tbsp
neutral oil
(Notes: e.g., grapeseed or light olive oil)
1
tsp
toasted sesame oil
(Notes: for depth)
1
tsp
fresh ginger
(Notes: finely grated)
1
clove
garlic
(Notes: crushed)
50
ml
warm water
(Notes: to loosen to desired consistency)
finely chopped spring onion (optional)
(Notes: for serving)
Instructions
Step 1
In a medium bowl, whisk together the white miso paste and Manuka honey until smooth and homogenous.
Tip: Warm the honey slightly if it's very thick to make whisking easier.
Step 2
Add the yuzu juice, rice vinegar, light soy sauce, grated ginger and crushed garlic; whisk until combined.
Tip: If using lemon and orange instead of yuzu, add the orange first then lemon to balance acidity.
Step 3
Slowly drizzle in the neutral oil while whisking to emulsify, then stir in the toasted sesame oil. If the dressing is too thick, add warm water a little at a time until you reach the desired pourable texture.
Tip: For a super-smooth texture, blend briefly in a stick blender or small food processor.
Step 4
Taste and adjust seasoning — add a pinch of salt or an extra teaspoon of Manuka honey if you prefer sweeter notes.
Tip: A touch more soy balances extra sweetness without overpowering the yuzu.
Step 5
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavours to marry.
Tip: Resting deepens the umami and mellows the raw garlic and ginger.
Timing: PT30M
Step 6
Give the dressing a final whisk before serving and scatter with finely chopped spring onion if using. Serve over salad leaves, roasted veg, grain bowls or as a drizzle for grilled fish.
Tip: Shake well in a jar before each use; keeps for up to 7 days refrigerated.