Korean Bulgogi Sauce
This Korean Bulgogi Sauce offers a harmonious blend of sweet, savory, and umami flavors, typical of Korean barbecue traditions. It's inspired by the bustling food markets in Seoul where street vendors masterfully grill marinated meats, filling the air with enticing aromas.
Ingredients
- ½ cup soy sauce preferably low-sodium
- ¼ cup brown sugar or more to taste
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil toasted
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger grated
- 1 pear Asian pear peeled and grated
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds toasted
- 2 stalks green onions chopped
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the soy sauce and brown sugar, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely.
- Add the sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger to the mixture. Stir until combined.
- Incorporate the grated Asian pear, honey, and rice vinegar, mixing thoroughly until the sauce achieves a smooth consistency.
- Season with freshly ground black pepper. Allow the flavors to meld by letting the sauce sit for about 15 minutes.
- Finish by stirring in the toasted sesame seeds and finely chopped green onions just before serving.
Notes
For a spicier kick, consider adding a teaspoon of gochujang (Korean chili paste). Alternatively, a splash of Korean plum wine adds depth and sweetness.
Nutrition
Calories: 195kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 4gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 1626mgPotassium: 142mgFiber: 1gSugar: 23gVitamin A: 61IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 68mgIron: 2mg
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