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Authentic Homemade Korean BBQ Sauce

This homemade Korean BBQ sauce is easy to make with brown sugar, vinegar, soy sauce, ginger, and Korean gochujang chili paste for a fiery kick!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Condiment, Sauce
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 219
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons gochujang Korean chili paste
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
  • 3 green onions thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch optional, for thickening
  • 2 tablespoons water if using cornstarch

Method
 

  1. Gather all your ingredients and measure them out for easy assembly.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, gochujang, and sesame oil.
  3. Whisk the mixture over medium heat until the sugar completely dissolves.
  4. Add the minced ginger and garlic, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  5. Reduce heat to low and allow the sauce to simmer for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
  6. If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix cornstarch with cold water in a small bowl until smooth, then slowly whisk into the simmering sauce.
  7. Continue cooking for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
  8. Remove from heat and stir in the toasted sesame seeds and green onions.
  9. Allow the sauce to cool completely before transferring to an airtight container.

Nutrition

Calories: 219kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 4gFat: 1gSodium: 3779mgFiber: 1gSugar: 41g
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