How to make Ssamjang Korean Dip for Korean BBQ

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.

Chop the green onion.

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

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

Add 0.5 tablespoon of pepper flakes.

Stir in 1 tablespoon of minced garlic.

Pour in 1 tablespoon of sesame oil.

Add 1 tablespoon of corn syrup.

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

Mix all the ingredients together until well combined.

Add chopped green onion and chili to the mixture.

Finally, sprinkle 0.5 tablespoon of sesame seeds on top.

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Dietary