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Korean BBQ Sauce
5 from 51 votes

Korean BBQ Sauce

This Korean BBQ Sauce combines soy sauce or coconut aminos with maple syrup, garlic, ginger, and Sriracha, thickened with cornstarch. It balances savory, sweet, and spicy notes and is gently cooked on the stove until glossy and thickened, ideal as a marinade or dipping sauce for grilled meats and vegetables.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 73 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Asian, Korean

Ingredients

  • ½ cup soy sauce or coconut aminos
  • 3 tbsp pure maple syrup
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 1 tbsp garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp ginger fresh
  • 1 tbsp Sriracha sauce
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch or tapioca flour

Instructions

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  1. First, add all ingredients except cornstarch to a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Once almost bubbling, whisk in the cornstarch, stirring constantly.
  3. Continue stirring for 2 to 3 minutes or until sauce reaches desired thickness.
  4. Finally, remove from heat. Once cooled, pour into a jar and store in the fridge.

Notes

  • This recipe yields about 1 cup of sauce, adequate for several servings or marinades.
  • For gluten-free options, replace soy sauce with gluten-free soy sauce or coconut aminos.
  • Stir constantly during cooking to avoid burning and ensure even thickening.
  • Fully whisk cornstarch into the sauce to prevent lumps and achieve a smooth texture.
  • Cook until reaching your preferred thickness, as the sauce thickens as it simmers.
  • Store the sauce in a jar in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Nutrition Information

Calories 73kcal (4%) Carbohydrates 15g (5%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 0.1g (0%) Saturated Fat 0.02g (0%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g (1%) Monounsaturated Fat 0.02g (0%) Sodium 1717mg (72%) Potassium 125mg (3%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 10g (20%) Vitamin A 154IU (3%) Vitamin C 3mg (3%) Calcium 29mg (3%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 73

% Daily Value*

Calories 73kcal 4%
Carbohydrates 15g 5%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 0.1g 0%
Saturated Fat 0.02g 0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g 1%
Monounsaturated Fat 0.02g 0%
Sodium 1717mg 72%
Potassium 125mg 3%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 10g 20%
Vitamin A 154IU 3%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 29mg 3%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.