Gochujang Sauce (Spicy and Addictive!) - One of My GO-TO Recipes

gochujang

🥗Healthier: red pepper flakes

💰Cheaper: sriracha

Red pepper flakes offer a similar heat without the fermented flavor.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free while maintaining similar taste.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil provides a lighter flavor and is more versatile.

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Agave syrup is lower on the glycemic index.

Add 1/4 cup of gochujang to a mixing bowl.

Pour in 1/4 cup of soy sauce into the bowl.

Add 2 tablespoons of sesame oil to the mixture.

Incorporate 1 tablespoon of rice vinegar into the bowl.

Add 1 tablespoon of honey to the mixture.

Whisk all the ingredients together until well combined.

Taste and adjust the sauce to your preference, adding more gochujang or vinegar as desired.

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens