Korean Gochujang Chili BBQ Sauce

This Korean BBQ sauce combines the rich flavors of gochujang, sesame oil, garlic, and brown sugar to create a spicy and savory condiment perfect for grilling or marinating meats.

The recipe is simple and can be adjusted to your desired spice level by varying the amount of gochujang used.

Spicy Korean BBQ Sauce Recipe

This sauce is a versatile addition to your cooking, enhancing dishes with its unique blend of heat and sweetness. It takes about 10 minutes to prepare and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup gochujang (Korean chili paste)
• 1/4 cup sesame oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. Combine Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together gochujang, sesame oil, minced garlic, brown sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and black pepper until smooth.
2. Adjust Consistency: If the sauce is too thick, add a little water to reach your desired consistency.
3. Taste and Adjust: Sample the sauce and adjust the sweetness or spice level by adding more brown sugar or gochujang as needed.
4. Store: Transfer the sauce to an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to use.

Cook and Prep Times

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Total Time: 10 minutes

• Servings: 1 cup
• Calories: 80kcal
• Fat: 6g
• Protein: 2g
• Carbohydrates: 8g