is a citrus-based sauce commonly used in Japanese cuisine. It is tart, with a thin, watery consistency and nearly colorless. or is ponzu with

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() added, and the mixed dark brown product is widely referred to as simply . The term originally came into the Japanese language as as a borrowing of the now obsolete Dutch word , meaning ''

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'' as in a beverage made from fruit juices. The sour nature of this sauce led to the final being written with the character , meaning " vinegar". Ponzu is made by simmering mirin, rice vinegar, flakes (from tuna), and

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() over medium heat. The liquid is then cooled, strained to remove the flakes, and finally the juice of one or more of the following citrus fruits is added: , , , , or lemon. Commercial is generally sold in glass bottles, which may have some sediment. is traditionally used as a dressing for (lightly grilled, then chopped meat or fish) and also as a dip for (one-pot dishes) such as . It is used as a dip for sashimi. In the

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region, it is offered as a topping for .

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