Ssamjang (Korean Dipping Sauce)
This savory and spicy ssamjang recipe is the ultimate Korean BBQ dipping sauce for grilled meats and veggie wraps. Made with gochujang, doenjang, garlic, and sesame, it's a quick, bold condiment you'll crave with every bite.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp doenjang Korean fermented soybean paste
- 1½ tbsp gochujang Korean chili paste
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 green onion finely chopped
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tsp sesame seeds
- 1 tsp honey or sugar adjust to taste
- ½ tsp rice vinegar optional
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix doenjang and gochujang until evenly combined.
- Stir in garlic, green onion, sesame oil, sesame seeds, and honey.
- Add optional rice vinegar for tanginess and stir again.
- Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Serve immediately with grilled meats, lettuce wraps, or fresh vegetables.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.
Notes
Nutrition Facts (Per 2 Tbsp Serving)
Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
Calories: 70
Carbohydrates: 6g (2% DV)
Protein: 2g (4% DV)
Total Fat: 5g (6% DV)
Saturated Fat: 1g (5% DV)
Cholesterol: 0mg (0% DV)
Sodium: 460mg (19% DV)
Fiber: 1g (4% DV)
Sugar: 3g (6% DV)
Vitamin A: 2% DV
Vitamin C: 1% DV
Calcium: 2% DV
Iron: 3% DV
*Nutrition data is an estimate and can vary based on brands used and portion size.*Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
Calories: 70
Carbohydrates: 6g (2% DV)
Protein: 2g (4% DV)
Total Fat: 5g (6% DV)
Saturated Fat: 1g (5% DV)
Cholesterol: 0mg (0% DV)
Sodium: 460mg (19% DV)
Fiber: 1g (4% DV)
Sugar: 3g (6% DV)
Vitamin A: 2% DV
Vitamin C: 1% DV
Calcium: 2% DV
Iron: 3% DV