Lantern Dumpling Sauce

By Artemis

Gourmet | October 2008

by Andrea Reusing

Lantern Restaurant in Chapel Hill, NC



The rich flavors of the pork and chive dumplings shouldn’t be drowned out by a heavy sauce. This quick one is all you need.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1/3 cup water
• 1/2 tablespoon Shaoxing wine
• 1/8 teaspoon Asian sesame oil
• 1 garlic clove, smashed
• 3 (2-inch) dried red chiles, wiped clean
• 1/8 teaspoon sugar

Preparation

Step 1

Stir together all ingredients and let stand at room temperature at least 2 hours and up to 2 days.