Sake Honey Dressing

This bright, umami-sweet dressing is perfect for cold smoked kingfish with cucumber and chives or drizzled over grilled eggplant, seared scallops, or a simple green salad with toasted sesame.

Ingredients (rounded to gram weights)

• 30g Honey

• 15g Sake

• 15g Fresh lime juice

• 40g Mount Zero Lime infused olive oil

• 1g Freshly cracked black pepper

• 2g Lime zest

• Flaky sea salt (optional)

Method

1. Combine the honey and sake in a small bowl. Whisk until the honey is fully dissolved and the mixture is smooth.

2. Add the lime juice and whisk again.

3. Slowly drizzle in the lime-infused olive oil while whisking continuously to emulsify the dressing. If you prefer, you can shake all ingredients in a jar with a tight lid for 30 seconds.

4. Stir in the black pepper and lime zest. Taste and adjust: add a pinch of flaky sea salt if needed, or a touch more honey for sweetness or more lime juice for brightness.

5. Let the dressing sit for 5–10 minutes to allow the flavors to marry before using.

Serving suggestions

• Cold-smoked kingfish with cucumber and chives: Spoon dressing over thin slices of kingfish and cucumber, finish with extra chives and a few nigella or sesame seeds.

• Grilled eggplant: Drizzle over smoky slices and scatter toasted sesame and spring onion.

• Seared scallops: Use sparingly to finish scallops for a citrusy, sweet glaze.

• Crisp green salad: Toss with mixed greens, cucumber ribbons, and toasted almonds for crunch.

Storage Keep refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Shake or whisk before using if separation occurs.