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Incredible Gochujang Sauce Recipe

Incredible Gochujang Sauce Recipe


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4.6 from 15 reviews

  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: About 1/2 cup 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Elevate your dishes with this incredible Gochujang Sauce recipe. Bursting with Korean flavors, this versatile sauce can be used as a dip, drizzle, or marinade, adding a spicy kick to your meals.


Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 1/4 cup gochujang (Korean red chili paste)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon water (more as needed for consistency)

Additional Ingredients:

  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
  • 1 green onion, finely sliced (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together gochujang, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, and water until smooth.
  2. Enhance Flavors: Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger. Adjust sweetness, tang, or heat to taste.
  3. Final Touches: Sprinkle in sesame seeds and green onion if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Store any remaining sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
  • Great for rice bowls, grilled meats, veggies, or as a dipping sauce for dumplings.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Sauce
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Korean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
  • Calories: 35
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 290mg
  • Fat: 2g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 4g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg