Vegetarian Buldak Sauce

Spice up your meals with this irresistible Vegetarian Buldak Sauce, a plant-based twist on the popular fiery Korean condiment! Crafted with the bold flavors of gochujang (Korean red chili paste), soy sauce, and the perfect balance of sweet brown sugar and tangy rice vinegar, this sauce delivers a mouthwatering mix of heat and umami. Infused with aromatic garlic, ginger, and sesame oil, and elevated with a touch of red pepper flakes, it’s the ultimate versatile sauce for drizzling over roasted veggies, tofu, or your favorite meat alternatives. Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick and vibrant recipe is perfect for spicing up weeknight dinners, and it can be stored in the fridge for future use. Whether you're craving spice or looking for an adventurous vegetarian sauce recipe, this homemade Buldak Sauce is a must-try!

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons Gochujang (Korean red chili paste)
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 3 cloves Minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
• 1 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon Water (for slurry)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized bowl, mix together the gochujang, soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, water, and sesame oil until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is smooth.

Step 2

Heat a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the pan and sauté for about 1 minute until they are fragrant.

Step 3

Pour the prepared sauce mixture into the saucepan with the garlic and ginger. Stir well to combine.

Step 4

Add the crushed red pepper flakes and black pepper to the saucepan. Stir and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.

Step 5

In a separate small bowl, combine the cornstarch with the tablespoon of water to create a slurry.

Step 6

Slowly pour the cornstarch slurry into the simmering sauce, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens slightly, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 7

Once thickened to your liking, remove the sauce from heat.

Step 8

Let the sauce cool slightly before using it to coat your favorite vegetarian protein or vegetables. It can also be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(198.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	376.7

Total Fat 15.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2839.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 56.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.8g	0%
Total Sugars 29.7g
Protein 6.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 62.8mg	0%
Iron 1.9mg	0%
Potassium 339.6mg	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: 36.4%

Protein: 6.3%

Carbs: 57.3%