Low Sodium Bibimbap Sauce
Elevate your favorite Korean-inspired dishes with this flavorful Low Sodium Bibimbap Sauce, a healthier spin on the classic bibimbap condiment. Crafted with low sodium soy sauce, gochujang, and a harmonious blend of rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, and honey, this sauce delivers the perfect balance of savory, spicy, and mildly sweet flavors without overwhelming your sodium intake. Freshly minced garlic and grated ginger add a bold, aromatic kick, while a sprinkle of sesame seeds imparts a nutty finish. Ready in just 5 minutes with no cooking required, this versatile sauce is ideal for topping rice bowls, noodle dishes, stir-fries, or even as a marinade. Make a batch ahead of time and store it for up to a week to transform weeknight meals into something truly sensational!
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean red pepper paste)
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
Directions
Step 1
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of low sodium soy sauce and 1 tablespoon of gochujang. Whisk these together until smooth.
Step 2
Add in 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar and 1 tablespoon of toasted sesame oil to the mixture. Mix well to combine the ingredients thoroughly.
Step 3
Stir in 1 tablespoon of honey. This will add a touch of sweetness and help balance the spiciness of the gochujang.
Step 4
Add 2 cloves of fresh garlic, minced, and 1 teaspoon of freshly grated ginger to the sauce for an aromatic touch, and whisk everything together.
Step 5
Sprinkle in 1 teaspoon of sesame seeds and give the sauce a final stir.
Step 6
Transfer the sauce to a small jar or container with a lid. It's now ready to use or refrigerate for up to a week.
Step 7
Use approximately 1-2 tablespoons of sauce per serving of bibimbap to ensure a flavorful, low sodium meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (123.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 263.4 |
| Total Fat 16.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 2.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1531.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 29.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 20.5g | |
| Protein 4.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 26.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 189.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories