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How to make Ssamjang Korean Dip for Korean BBQ

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Ssamjang

Cultural Context

Ssamjang, a staple of Korean cuisine, originates from the traditional practice of wrapping grilled meats in lettuce leaves. This savory and spicy dipping sauce enhances the flavors of the dish and is often enjoyed with a variety of side dishes. Today, Ssamjang is popular not only in Korea but also in Korean restaurants worldwide, where it adds a unique taste to various meals.

KoreanKRother
10 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
2 tablespoons soybean paste
2 tablespoons Korean chili paste
0.5 tablespoon pepper flakes
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon corn syrup
1 tablespoon plum juice
chopped green onion
chili
0.5 tablespoon sesame seeds

doenjang

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: miso

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: soybean paste

Miso can provide a similar umami flavor.

gochujang

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: sriracha

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: chili paste

Sriracha offers a spicy kick with less complexity.

sesame oil

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: olive oil

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil can add richness with fewer calories.

garlic

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: garlic powder

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: onion powder

Garlic powder offers convenience without losing flavor.

1

Chop the green onion.

2

If desired, add some chili for spice; the creator uses Korean spicy chili pepper but suggests using jalapeรฑo if unavailable.

3

In a bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of soybean paste and 2 tablespoons of Korean chili paste.

4

Add 0.5 tablespoon of pepper flakes.

5

Stir in 1 tablespoon of minced garlic.

6

Pour in 1 tablespoon of sesame oil.

7

Add 1 tablespoon of corn syrup.

8

If available, add 1 tablespoon of plum juice; if not, it can be skipped.

9

Mix all the ingredients together until well combined.

10

Add chopped green onion and chili to the mixture.

11

Finally, sprinkle 0.5 tablespoon of sesame seeds on top.

Spice Level:

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Dietary

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Also Known As

Korean dipping sauceSsam sauce
Local Name: ์Œˆ์žฅ

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