Matcha Tartar Sauce Recipe: A Savory Twist on "Edible Matcha"

May 30, 2026

Hello everyone! This is Keko from the online staff. ☺️

As the weather warms up, it’s the perfect season to bring some fresh, light changes to your dining table. While many associate matcha with sweet treats, it is also a wonderful ingredient for savory cooking.

Today, I’d like to introduce a unique dish using our "Matcha Starter": Matcha Tartar Sauce. By adding just a touch of matcha, the rich flavor gains a beautiful depth of umami and subtle bitterness. It cuts through the oiliness of fried foods, leaving a clean, refreshing aftertaste. Let's look at this easy recipe for "edible matcha"!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe
・A novel flavor where matcha’s umami perfectly balances the tanginess of tartar sauce.
・Pairs beautifully with fried foods, keeping the aftertaste crisp and clean.
・Quick to make, featuring an eye-catching, gentle green hue.

Ingredients (Serves 2-3)

・Hard-Boiled Egg: 1
・Onion (Finely chopped): 1–2 tbsp
・Pickled Cucumber or Rakkyo (Coarsely chopped): 1 tbsp
・Mayonnaise: 3 tbsp
・Plain Yogurt (or Soy Yogurt): 1–2 tsp
・Lemon Juice (or Vinegar): 1/2–1 tsp
・Matcha Starter: 1 tsp (approx. 2g)
・Salt & Pepper: A pinch

Instructions

1) Prep
Coarsely mash the hard-boiled egg with a fork. Lightly squeeze out any excess moisture from the chopped onions and pickles.

2) Mix
In a bowl, thoroughly combine the mayonnaise, yogurt, lemon juice, and Matcha Starter. Add the mashed egg, onion, and pickles, then toss gently to coat. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

3) Chill
Rest the sauce in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes. This allows the flavors to melb and deepen beautifully.

Best Ways to Enjoy It

・Fried White Fish: The crispy coating and the creamy matcha tartar are a match made in heaven.

・French Fries: Use it as a dip for piping hot fries; the subtle bitterness makes a fantastic accent.

・Sandwiches & Burgers: It works brilliantly as a sauce for Chicken Nanban or fish burgers.

When you slice into it, you are greeted by a soft, serene green color. I hope you enjoy the peaceful moments this cake brings, from the kitchen to your tea table!

Matcha is not just for sweets. Just a single teaspoon can bring incredible depth and a lingering yoin (afterglow) to your savory meals.

Matcha and fried food—it might sound like an unexpected combination, but that first bite is bound to surprise and delight you. Please give it a try and bring a new discovery to your dining table!