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Close-up of My Favorite Gochujang Sauce, a thick, deep red sauce, served in a small white ramekin.

Simple Gochujang Sauce


  • Author: ferecipe.com
  • Total Time: 5 min
  • Yield: About 1/4 cup 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A basic recipe for a versatile Korean chili paste sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 3 tablespoons Gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated

Instructions

  1. Combine the Gochujang, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey or maple syrup, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger in a small bowl.
  2. Whisk the ingredients together until the sauce is smooth and uniform.
  3. Taste the sauce and adjust sweetness or saltiness if needed.
  4. Use immediately or store in the refrigerator.

Notes

  • This sauce works well as a marinade, dipping sauce, or mixed into noodles.
  • For a spicier sauce, add a small amount of Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes).
  • Prep Time: 5 min
  • Cook Time: 0 min
  • Category: Condiment
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Korean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
  • Calories: 45
  • Sugar: 5
  • Sodium: 350
  • Fat: 1
  • Saturated Fat: 0
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 8
  • Fiber: 0
  • Protein: 1
  • Cholesterol: 0

Keywords: Gochujang sauce, Korean chili paste, dipping sauce, marinade, easy sauce