Orange-Miso Sauce
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.
Source: EatingWell Magazine, Summer 2004
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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.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
Per Serving:
53 calories; protein 0.1g; carbohydrates 2.3g 1% DV; exchange other carbs; dietary fiber 0.1g; sugars 0.4g; fat 4.6g 7% DV; saturated fat 0.4g 2% DV; cholesterolmg; vitamin a iu 12.4IU; vitamin c 3.3mg 6% DV; folate 1.8mcg; calcium 1.5mg; ironmg; magnesium 0.9mg; potassium 13.5mg; sodium 135.1mg 5% DV; thiaminmg 1% DV.
Exchanges:
1 fat (mono)