Whole30 Buldak Sauce
Elevate your meals with this flavorful Whole30 Buldak Sauce, a healthier twist on the iconic spicy Korean sauce that’s packed with bold, fiery flavor. Made with coconut aminos, sesame oil, fresh garlic, ginger, and apple cider vinegar, this sauce is naturally gluten-free, soy-free, and compliant with Whole30 guidelines. A touch of date paste balances the heat from crushed red pepper flakes for a perfectly nuanced sweet-and-spicy profile. Ideal for drizzling over grilled meats, roasted veggies, or even as a tangy marinade, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 25 minutes and keeps well in the fridge for up to two weeks. Add a dollop to your favorite dishes and enjoy a zesty, umami-filled kick with every bite!
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Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Coconut Aminos
- 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil
- 5 cloves Garlic
- 1 tablespoon Ginger
- 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
- 1 tablespoon Date Paste
- 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 0.25 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Scallions
Directions
Step 1
Mince the garlic and ginger finely or use a microplane grater to ensure even texture.
Step 2
In a small saucepan, combine the coconut aminos, sesame oil, minced garlic, minced ginger, apple cider vinegar, crushed red pepper flakes, date paste, and black pepper.
Step 3
Add water to the saucepan and stir well to combine all the ingredients.
Step 4
Place the saucepan over medium heat, stirring frequently to prevent sticking and burning.
Step 5
Bring the sauce to a simmer. Once it starts simmering, reduce the heat to low and let it gently simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Step 6
Chop the scallions finely.
Step 7
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the sauce cool slightly. Stir in the chopped scallions.
Step 8
Transfer the sauce to a clean airtight jar and store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Step 9
Use this Whole30 Buldak Sauce on grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or as a dipping sauce to add a spicy Korean flair.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (285.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 452.3 |
| Total Fat 28.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 11.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2140.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 42.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 33.3g | |
| Protein 2.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 55.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 274.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories