Japanese Spicy Sauce Chuka Tare

Elevate your dishes with the bold and vibrant flavors of Japanese Spicy Sauce Chuka Tare! This versatile, umami-packed condiment combines the rich depth of soy sauce, mirin, and sake with the aromatic heat of garlic, ginger, red chili flakes, and doubanjiang (fermented chili bean paste). Enhanced by a touch of tangy rice vinegar and the nutty warmth of sesame oil, this homemade sauce is perfectly balanced and irresistibly flavorful. Ideal as a ramen topper, a savory gyoza dipping sauce, or a marinade for grilled meats, Chuka Tare is a quick and easy way to bring authentic Japanese heat to your kitchen. Ready in just 15 minutes and topped with fresh scallions, this recipe is a must-have for spice enthusiasts and fans of Japanese cuisine.

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 120 ml Soy sauce
• 60 ml Mirin
• 60 ml Sake
• 3 tbsp Granulated sugar
• 2 tbsp Sesame oil
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tsp Ginger, grated
• 1 tsp Red chili flakes
• 2 tsp Doubanjiang (fermented chili bean paste)
• 2 tsp Rice vinegar
• 2 tbsp Scallions, finely chopped

Directions

Step 1

In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, mirin, sake, and granulated sugar. Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir continuously until the sugar dissolves completely, about 2 minutes.

Step 2

Add sesame oil to the saucepan and reduce the heat to low. Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking gently until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 3

Mix in the red chili flakes and doubanjiang, stirring well to combine the ingredients evenly. Let the mixture simmer on low heat for 3-4 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 4

Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the rice vinegar. This will add a touch of brightness and acidity to the sauce.

Step 5

Allow the Chuka Tare to cool slightly, then transfer to a bowl or jar. Top the sauce with finely chopped scallions for a fresh and aromatic finish.

Step 6

Use the sauce immediately as a topping for ramen, dipping sauce for gyoza, or marinade for grilled meats, or let it cool completely and refrigerate it. The sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(356.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	743.3

Total Fat 29.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5215.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 86.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.2g	0%
Total Sugars 71.8g
Protein 13.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 68.7mg	0%
Iron 2.6mg	0%
Potassium 624.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.8%

Protein: 8.1%

Carbs: 52.1%