Korean Barbecue Wet Rub

Elevate your grilling game with this bold and flavorful Korean Barbecue Wet Rub, a fusion of sweet, spicy, and umami-rich ingredients that will transform your favorite meats into irresistible delights. This quick and easy marinade is a harmonious blend of soy sauce, gochujang, sesame oil, honey, and brown sugar, perfectly balanced with the zing of fresh garlic, ginger, and a hint of red pepper flakes. The addition of scallions adds a fresh, aromatic punch, making it ideal for beef, pork, or chicken destined for the grill. With only 10 minutes of prep time, this sticky, glossy wet rub is perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests at your next barbecue. Whether you’re cooking over open flames or in the oven, this Korean-inspired marinade guarantees tender, flavorful results every time. Store any leftovers in the fridge to keep the magic going! Perfect for Korean BBQ lovers and grill enthusiasts alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Gochujang (Korean red chili paste)
• 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, finely minced
• 1 tablespoon Ginger, finely grated
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
• 2 stalks Scallions, finely chopped

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, gochujang, sesame oil, and rice vinegar. Whisk until smooth and well mixed.

Step 2

Add honey and brown sugar to the mixture. Stir until the sugar is fully dissolved, creating a slightly thick and glossy base.

Step 3

Incorporate the minced garlic, grated ginger, ground black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix thoroughly to ensure the spices are evenly distributed.

Step 4

Fold in the chopped scallions to add freshness and texture to the wet rub.

Step 5

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Add more honey for sweetness, gochujang for heat, or rice vinegar for tanginess as desired.

Step 6

Use the wet rub immediately by massaging it onto your choice of meat or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(233.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	546.1

Total Fat 29.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3066.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 69.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.0g	0%
Total Sugars 50.5g
Protein 9.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 86.7mg	0%
Iron 2.8mg	0%
Potassium 515.2mg	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: 45.8%

Protein: 6.3%

Carbs: 47.9%