Description
This authentic Bulgogi Sauce recipe is a flavorful Korean BBQ beef marinade that combines savory soy sauce, sweet brown sugar and honey, nutty sesame oil, and fresh ingredients like grated Asian pear, garlic, and ginger. Perfect for marinating beef, chicken, or tofu, this easy no-cook sauce adds a deliciously tender and sweet-savory dimension to your grilled or pan-cooked dishes.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1/4 cup grated Asian pear or apple
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped green onions
Instructions
- Combine soy sauce and sweeteners: In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, sesame oil, and rice vinegar until the sugar has completely dissolved, creating a smooth base.
- Add fresh ingredients: Incorporate the grated Asian pear (or substitute with apple), minced garlic, grated ginger, and black pepper into the mixture, stirring well to blend the flavors.
- Stir in final seasonings: Mix in the toasted sesame seeds and finely chopped green onions to add texture and depth to the sauce.
- Use or store: Use this sauce immediately as a marinade for beef, chicken, or tofu to maximize flavor infusion. Alternatively, transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to one week.
Notes
- Asian pear adds traditional sweetness and helps tenderize meat, but apple or kiwi can be used as substitutes.
- Adjust the sweetness by varying the amounts of brown sugar and honey to your taste preference.
- This sauce works well as a marinade for beef, chicken, pork, or even tofu, making it versatile.
- For a gluten-free option, use tamari or gluten-free soy sauce instead of regular soy sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Korean
