Korean Sauces You Should Try #subscribe

doenjang

🥗Healthier: miso

💰Cheaper: soybean paste

Miso can provide a similar umami flavor.

gochujang

🥗Healthier: sriracha

💰Cheaper: chili paste

Sriracha offers a spicy kick with less complexity.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil can add richness with fewer calories.

garlic

🥗Healthier: garlic powder

💰Cheaper: onion powder

Garlic powder offers convenience without losing flavor.

Add 2 tablespoons of tenjang to a mixing bowl.

Add 1 tablespoon of gochujang to the bowl.

Mix in 1 tablespoon of honey.

Add 1 tablespoon of minced scallions (green part only).

Stir in 1 teaspoon of minced garlic and 1 teaspoon of sesame oil.

Add 1/2 teaspoon of beef bouillon powder.

Mix all ingredients together until well combined.

Add 1 tablespoon of water and 1 teaspoon of soy sauce to the mixture.

Stir in 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder and mix again.

Sprinkle a generous amount of sesame seeds on top.

For the second sauce, add 2 tablespoons of gochujang to a bowl.

Mix in 1 1/2 tablespoons of Korean 7-Up (or lemon-lime soda).

Add 1 teaspoon of honey and stir.

Incorporate 1/2 teaspoon of brown sugar and 1/8 teaspoon of fresh grated ginger.

Add 1/2 teaspoon of kochukaru (fine grade Korean red pepper) and mix well.

Drizzle with sesame oil before serving.

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