Ssamjang (Korean BBQ Dipping Sauce)

5 mins
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Add a dollop each of Doenjang and Gochujang to a bowl.
  2. 2Finely dice garlic and green onion.
  3. 3Add the finely diced garlic and green onion to the bowl with the Doenjang and Gochujang.
  4. 4Add some sesame oil.
  5. 5Add a sweetener of your choice (cheong or a dash of soda).
  6. 6Mix everything together until well combined.
  7. 7Optionally, dice up a cucumber or pepper into bite-sized chunks.
  8. 8Toss the diced vegetables in the Ssamjang sauce to make a side dish.

Ingredients

  • dollop Doenjang
  • dollop Gochujang
  • Garlic
  • Green onion
  • Sesame oil
  • Sweetener (Cheong or soda)
  • Cucumber or pepper

Equipment

BowlSpoonCutting boardKnife

Tips

  • Adjust the ratio of Gochujang to Doenjang for desired spiciness.
  • Can be used as a dip for meat or tossed with diced vegetables for a side dish.