Best 3 Gochujang Sauce Recipes

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**Gochujang Sauce: A Versatile Sauce for Korean Cooking**

Gochujang sauce is a thick, spicy, and savory Korean condiment made from fermented chili peppers, glutinous rice, soybeans, and salt. It has a complex flavor that is both sweet and spicy, with a slight smoky undertone. Gochujang is an essential ingredient in many Korean dishes, including bibimbap, tteokbokki, and kimchi. It can also be used as a dipping sauce for grilled meats or vegetables. This article provides three delicious recipes using gochujang sauce:

**1. Gochujang Chicken:** This easy and flavorful recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal. Chicken thighs are marinated in a mixture of gochujang sauce, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger, then baked until tender and slightly charred. Serve with rice and your favorite vegetables.

**2. Gochujang Pork Belly:** This recipe takes advantage of the rich flavor of pork belly. The pork belly is braised in a mixture of gochujang sauce, rice wine, soy sauce, and aromatics until it is fall-apart tender. Serve with rice and a side of kimchi.

**3. Gochujang Tofu Stir-Fry:** This vegetarian dish is a great way to enjoy the flavors of gochujang sauce. Tofu is stir-fried with vegetables and a mixture of gochujang sauce, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Serve with rice or noodles.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GOCHUJANG SAUCE



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I use this sauce in many of the Asian dishes I make. It's fantastic on wings instead of traditional buffalo wing sauce.

Provided by Katie Paulson

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chile paste)
2 tablespoons diagonally sliced green onions
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons toasted sesame seeds
2 teaspoons white sugar
2 teaspoons grated ginger
1 teaspoon sesame oil

Steps:

  • Whisk gochujang, green onions, soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, sesame seeds, sugar, ginger, and sesame oil together in a bowl until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 38.5 calories, Carbohydrate 4.3 g, Fat 1.9 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 543.8 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

GOCHUJANG BARBEQUE SAUCE



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This is a unique barbeque sauce I made using heirloom tomatoes from my backyard. For longer storage, can the sauce in a water bath. Make sure the water completely covers Mason jars, and the water reached a rolling boil for 15 minutes. If using the sauce within the next week, store it in the refrigerator.

Provided by Naomi Gutierrez

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     BBQ Sauce Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ white onion, chopped
3 pounds heirloom tomatoes, chopped
½ cup apple cider vinegar
¼ cup firmly packed light brown sugar
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
3 tablespoons gochujang (Korean hot pepper paste)
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon molasses
4 cloves garlic, crushed
1 ½ teaspoons lime juice

Steps:

  • Heat a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes, vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, gochujang, soy sauce, molasses, garlic, and lime juice. Bring to a simmer. Remove from heat and allow sauce to cool for at least 15 minutes.
  • Fill a blender with the sauce. Puree until smooth.
  • Strain sauce through a sieve and pour into sterilized Mason jars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 30.9 calories, Carbohydrate 7.1 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 0.6 g, Sodium 116.5 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

TATER TOTS® WITH GOCHUJANG CHEESE SAUCE



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Air-fried tots are paired with a spicy, deluxe cheese sauce.

Provided by thedailygourmet

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Cheese

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (16 ounce) package frozen bite-size potato nuggets (such as Tater Tots®)
1 (8 ounce) package shredded Cheddar cheese
½ cup heavy whipping cream
1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean hot pepper paste), or more to taste
¼ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat an air fryer to 370 degrees F (188 degrees C).
  • Cook potato nuggets in the preheated air fryer until crispy and heated through, about 15 minutes, shaking the air fryer basket halfway through cooking time.
  • Meanwhile, heat a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add Cheddar cheese and cream; whisk until cheese is melted, about 5 minutes. Add gochujang and salt and stir until combined. Drizzle sauce over potato nuggets.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 264.9 calories, Carbohydrate 15.8 g, Cholesterol 49.8 mg, Fat 20.1 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 8.6 g, SaturatedFat 10.3 g, Sodium 495.3 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality gochujang paste: The quality of the gochujang paste you use will significantly impact the flavor of your sauce. Look for a paste made with whole, ripe chilies, soybeans, and rice. Avoid pastes made with fillers or artificial ingredients.
  • Adjust the heat level to your taste: Gochujang can range from mild to spicy, so you can adjust the heat level of your sauce by adding more or less paste. If you're not sure how spicy your gochujang paste is, start with a small amount and add more to taste.
  • Use a variety of sweeteners: Gochujang sauce is typically sweetened with sugar, but you can also use honey, maple syrup, or agave nectar. Different sweeteners will give your sauce a different flavor profile, so experiment to find the one you like best.
  • Add other ingredients to taste: You can add a variety of other ingredients to your gochujang sauce to create different flavors. Some popular additions include garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and green onions.
  • Use it as a marinade, dipping sauce, or condiment: Gochujang sauce is versatile and can be used in a variety of ways. It's great as a marinade for chicken, pork, or beef, and it also makes a delicious dipping sauce for dumplings, spring rolls, or tempura.

Conclusion:

Gochujang sauce is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used in a variety of ways. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a new sauce to try, give gochujang a try. You won't be disappointed.

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