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Korean BBQ Sauce


  • Author: Ethan Brooks
  • Total Time: 2 minute
  • Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x

Description

Korean BBQ sauce is a tantalizing blend of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors that will elevate your meals to new heights. Perfect for marinating meats or as a dipping sauce, this easy-to-make recipe brings a taste of Korea right to your kitchen. With vibrant colors and bold aromas, this sauce promises to impress at any gathering or cozy dinner. Get ready for a flavor explosion that will have everyone coming back for seconds!


Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup dark brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
  • 1 tablespoon chili paste (adjust to taste)

Instructions

  1. Gather all ingredients and measure them out.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, rice vinegar, and chili paste until well combined.
  3. Taste the sauce and adjust sweetness or spice levels as needed.
  4. Let the sauce sit for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld before using.
  5. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: N/A
  • Category: Sauce
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Korean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 30g
  • Calories: 60
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 720mg
  • Fat: 3g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 9g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: - For a sweeter sauce, increase the brown sugar. - Swap honey for brown sugar for a different flavor profile. - Add sesame seeds or chopped green onions as toppings for extra texture.