KOREAN BBQ SAUCE RECIPE

gochujang

🥗Healthier: sriracha

💰Cheaper: red chili paste

Sriracha offers a similar heat with fewer calories.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar provides a lower glycemic index.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is heart-healthy and versatile.

rice vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar adds a fruity note.

Combine soy sauce, gochujang, and brown sugar in a bowl.

Whisk until sugar is dissolved and mixture is smooth.

Add sesame oil, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger.

Mix well to incorporate all ingredients evenly.

Stir in chopped scallions and black pepper to taste.

Sprinkle sesame seeds on top before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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