Kochujang Sauce

Transform your dishes with the bold and savory flavors of homemade Kochujang Sauce, a versatile Korean condiment that's ready in just 10 minutes! This spicy-sweet masterpiece combines the umami depth of Kochujang (Korean chili paste) with the tang of rice vinegar, the nuttiness of sesame oil, and the subtle sweetness of honey or maple syrup for a vegan twist. Infused with fresh garlic and ginger, this quick, no-cook sauce is perfect as a dipping sauce, marinade, or stir-fry enhancer. Easily customizable to your taste, it can be thinned with water to your desired consistency or topped with toasted sesame seeds for an extra layer of flavor. Make this effortless, restaurant-quality condiment your go-to for adding an irresistible kick to any meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons Kochujang (Korean chili paste)
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons Honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option)
• 2 cloves Garlic, finely minced
• 1 teaspoon Grated ginger
• 1 teaspoon Toasted sesame seeds (optional)
• 1 tablespoon Water (to adjust consistency)

Directions

Step 1

In a mixing bowl, combine the kochujang, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and honey. Stir until well-blended.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the bowl. Mix thoroughly to ensure all the flavors are evenly incorporated.

Step 3

If the sauce is too thick, gradually add water, one teaspoon at a time, to reach your desired consistency.

Step 4

Taste the sauce and adjust the sweetness or saltiness by adding more honey or soy sauce, if needed.

Step 5

Transfer the sauce to a serving bowl or an airtight container, and sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top if using.

Step 6

Serve immediately as a dipping sauce, marinade, or condiment, or refrigerate for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(188.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	432.3

Total Fat 18.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2656.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 69.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.8g	0%
Total Sugars 46.6g
Protein 7.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 51.3mg	0%
Iron 1.9mg	0%
Potassium 235.8mg	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: 35.3%

Protein: 6.0%

Carbs: 58.7%