Go Back
–+ servings
Filipino sawsawan in a transparent bowl
No ratings yet
Print Pin Recipe

BEST Filipino Sawsawan

Tangy, spicy, and refreshing - Filipino sawsawan combines vinegar, calamansi, soy sauce, cucumber, garlic, onion, and chili for an easy dipping sauce. Pairs well with fried, grilled, or steamed dishes!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Condiment, Sauce
Cuisine: Filipino
Servings: 3 -4 servings
Calories: 65kcal
Author: Lainey (Elaine)

Ingredients

  • ½ cup coconut vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • Pinch of salt
  • 7 calamansi juiced
  • 1 small onion minced
  • 5-7 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 chilies minced
  • 1 cucumber diced

Instructions

Prepare the Vinegar Mixture

  • First, add the coconut vinegar and sugar to a bowl.
  • Then, stir until the sugar is fully dissolved.

Add the Seasonings

  • Next, pour in the calamansi juice and soy sauce.
  • After that, stir until everything is well combined.

Add the Fresh Ingredients

  • Then, add the minced onion, garlic, and chilies to the bowl.
  • Next, stir in the diced cucumber and mix everything together.

Season and Serve

  • After that, add a pinch of salt. Taste the mixture and adjust the calamansi juice, vinegar, soy sauce, or chili as needed.
  • Lastly, serve your Filipino sawsawan fresh with your favorite fried, grilled, or steamed dishes.
Serving: 1gCalories: 65kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 0.5gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.02gSodium: 201mgPotassium: 390mgFiber: 3gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 510IUVitamin C: 77mgCalcium: 45mgIron: 1mg

Watch The Recipe Video!

QR Code
Did you make this recipe?Share it on instagram or tag @simplybakings or #simplybakings!