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Korean BBQ Sauce
5 from 63 votes

Korean BBQ Sauce

Korean BBQ Sauce blends soy sauce, maple syrup, rice vinegar, gochujang, sesame oil, fresh ginger, garlic, red pepper flakes, and cornstarch slurry to create a thick, flavorful glaze. It can be quickly cooked to thicken or added directly to dishes for a spicy, sweet, and savory finish.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 65 kcal
Course: Condiments

Ingredients

  • 1 Tablespoon corn starch
  • 2 Tablespoons water
  • ⅓ cup soy sauce plus 1 tablespoon
  • ¼ cup maple syrup or light brown sugar
  • 1½ Tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 Tablespoon gochujang paste can sub sriracha or similar chili garlic sauce
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil toasted
  • 2 teaspoons ginger a thumb-size piece, freshly grated root
  • 3 cloves garlic or more, to taste, minced
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes reduce for less spicy sauce, crushed

Instructions

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  1. In a sauce pan, whisk together the corn starch and water until the corn starch is fully dissolved. Add all remaining ingredients and stir to combine.
  2. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Stirring frequently, cook for 3 to 5 minutes or until the sauce has thickened. Taste and adjust the flavors as desired.
  3. The sauce may be used now or set aside to cool. Once cool, store the sauce in a jar or other lidded container in the refrigerator and use within 1 week.

Notes

  • For direct pan use, mix sauce ingredients without simmering; the pan's heat activates the cornstarch thickener.
  • Use gluten-free tamari and compatible chili sauces for a gluten-free variation; most sriracha brands are gluten-free.
  • Omit sesame oil for an oil-free version or add tahini as a substitute for a similar richness.
  • Store the sauce refrigerated in a sealed container and use within one week for best flavor.

Nutrition Information

Calories 65kcal (3%) Carbohydrates 11g (4%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 2g (3%) Cholesterol 0mg (0%) Sodium 890mg (37%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 65

% Daily Value*

Calories 65kcal 3%
Carbohydrates 11g 4%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 2g 3%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 890mg 37%

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