Orange-Miso Sauce

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From EatingWell:  Summer 2004, The EatingWell Diabetes Cookbook (2005)

Mild, nutty flaxseed oil, the richest plant source of omega-3 fatty acids, provides the perfect base for salty miso and sweet orange juice. This sauce is delightful over grilled eggplant, fish and chicken or used as a salad dressing.

3/4 cup | Active Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup sweet white miso, (see Ingredient notes)
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• 1/4 cup orange juice
• 1/4 cup flaxseed oil, (see Ingredient notes) or canola oil
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon mirin, (optional)

Preparation

1. Combine miso, orange zest and juice, oil, ginger, rice vinegar and mirin (if using) in a small bowl and whisk until thoroughly blended.

Nutrition

Per tablespoon : 53 Calories; 5 g Fat; 0 g Sat; 1 g Mono; 0 mg Cholesterol; 2 g Carbohydrates; 0 g Protein; 0 g Fiber; 135 mg Sodium; 13 mg Potassium

Exchanges: 1 fat (mono)

Tips & Notes

• Ingredient Notes: Made from fermented soybeans, miso is a common ingredient in Japanese cooking. There are different types of miso, in shades ranging from white and yellow to reddish brown and dark brown. Available at health-food stores and Japanese markets.
• Flaxseed oil, pressed from flaxseeds, is a valued as a source of omega-3 fatty acids. It is highly perishable, so store in the refrigerator and use as soon as possible. Available at natural-foods stores.