Spicy Gochujang Sauce Recipe
A vibrant, sweet, and spicy Korean sauce featuring the fermented chili paste, gochujang. This versatile condiment balances savory soy, nutty sesame, tangy rice vinegar, and sweet honey, with aromatic garlic and ginger. It's perfect for adding an authentic Korean kick to any dish.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons gochujang Korean chili paste
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce low-sodium preferred
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil toasted
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar unseasoned
- 1 clove garlic minced (optional)
- 1 teaspoon ginger freshly grated (optional)
Instructions
- In a small mixing bowl, combine the gochujang, soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, honey, and rice vinegar.
- If using, stir in the minced garlic and freshly grated ginger until well incorporated.
- Mix all ingredients thoroughly with a whisk or spoon until the sauce is smooth and all components are fully blended.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as desired. For example, add more honey for sweetness, more gochujang for spice, or more vinegar for tang.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Notes
For a thicker sauce, reduce honey slightly or add a pinch of cornstarch slurry (if heating). Adjust spice level by adding more or less gochujang. Great as a marinade for chicken, pork, or tofu, a dressing for salads, or a dipping sauce for dumplings and vegetables.