Low Sodium Korean BBQ Sauce

Elevate your taste buds with this Low Sodium Korean BBQ Sauce, a flavorful twist on the classic condiment that’s perfect for those watching their salt intake. Crafted with a harmonious blend of low sodium soy sauce, sweet mirin, rice vinegar, and nutty sesame oil, this sauce achieves a delicate balance of savory and slightly sweet flavors. Infused with fragrant minced ginger, garlic, and a touch of spicy gochujang, it delivers an authentic Korean BBQ experience without the excessive sodium. Simmered to perfection in just 15 minutes, this versatile sauce is perfect for marinating meats, glazing grilled vegetables, or serving as a bold dipping sauce. Garnished with toasted sesame seeds and fresh green onion, it’s as visually appealing as it is delicious. Add this easy, homemade sauce to your repertoire for a healthier, tastier twist on your favorite Korean dishes!

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup Low sodium soy sauce
• 0.25 cup Mirin
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger, minced
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon Korean red pepper paste (Gochujang)
• 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
• 0.25 cup Water
• 1 tablespoon Toasted sesame seeds
• 1 tablespoon Green onion, finely chopped

Directions

Step 1

In a small mixing bowl, combine the low sodium soy sauce, mirin, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Whisk together until well mixed.

Step 2

Add in the brown sugar, minced ginger, and minced garlic. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved.

Step 3

Whisk in the gochujang and crushed red pepper flakes, ensuring they are fully incorporated with the liquids.

Step 4

In a small saucepan, over medium heat, add the mixture and the water. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and let it cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.

Step 5

Remove from heat and let the sauce cool. Stir in the toasted sesame seeds and green onion.

Step 6

Transfer the sauce to a clean jar or airtight container. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

Step 7

Use this sauce for marinating your favorite meats or as a dipping sauce. Adjust the level of heat by adding more or less red pepper flakes to suit your taste.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(346.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	513.5

Total Fat 18.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4997.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 69.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.9g	0%
Total Sugars 53.2g
Protein 14.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 140.9mg	0%
Iron 3.3mg	0%
Potassium 628.4mg	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: 33.1%

Protein: 11.4%

Carbs: 55.5%