MLA Traditional Miso Genghis Khan Sauce

  • Prep time 15Min
  • Cook time 0Min
  • Technique Grill, Pan Fry / Saute
  • Meat Lamb
  • Cut Shoulder
  • Serves 8

A century-old Hokkaido miso sauce with soy and aromatics, ideal for lamb, pork, chicken, and vegetables.

Ingredients

  • 100 ml soy sauce

  • 20 g sugar (brown or raw sugar recommended for depth)

  • 20 g mirin (can substitute with rice seasoning)

  • 50 g grated daikon

  • 50 g grated apple

  • 50 g grated onion

  • 1 cup grated garlic

  • 1 tbsp garlic chives or garlic sprouts, chopped

  • (Traditionally, alpine leek “gyoja ninniku” is used)

  • A small amount of oyster sauce

  • A small amount of sesame oil

  • A small amount of chilli pepper (adjust to desired heat level)

  • 10 g miso (preferably red miso)

Method

Prepare the Base:

  1. Combine soy sauce, sugar, and mirin in a mixing bowl. Stir until the sugar is fully dissolved.

Grate Aromatics:

  1. Grate the daikon, apple, onion, and garlic, or blend until smooth. Mix into the liquid base.

Blend the Sauce:

  1. Add garlic chives, oyster sauce, sesame oil, chilli pepper, and miso. Stir until well blended.

Adjust and Rest:

  1. Taste and adjust seasoning for sweetness, saltiness, and flavour balance. Let the sauce rest in the refrigerator for at least 6–12 hours to allow the flavours to mature.

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