Umami-Loaded Japanese Salad Dressing

Ingredients

• ½ cup (120 ml) soy sauce (low-sodium recommended)
• ¼ cup (60 ml) rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons (30 ml) sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon (15 ml) mirin (optional for sweetness)
• 1 tablespoon (15 g) granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon (5 g) fresh ginger, grated
• 1 clove garlic, minced (or ½ teaspoon garlic powder)
• 2 teaspoons (10 g) sesame seeds (toasted, for garnish)