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Easy Homemade Asian BBQ Sauce with Korean Inspiration

Discover the bold, complex flavors of Asian BBQ sauce with this Korean-inspired recipe that combines sweet brown sugar, savory soy sauce, and spicy gochujang for the perfect balance of flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Condiment, Sauce
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 219
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 cup brown sugar packed
  • ¼ cup rice vinegar
  • ¼ cup sesame oil
  • 3 tablespoons gochujang Korean chili paste
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
  • 3 green onions finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

  1. Gather all ingredients and measure them into separate bowls for easy assembly.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Stir over medium heat until the sugar is completely dissolved, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add the gochujang paste, ginger, and garlic to the mixture. Whisk until well incorporated.
  4. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. The sauce should begin to thicken slightly.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in the sesame seeds, green onions, honey, and black pepper.
  6. Allow the sauce to cool completely. The flavors will continue to develop as it cools.
  7. Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before using for best results.

Nutrition

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