Korean BBQ Sauce Recipe

Eliana

Korean BBQ Sauce Recipe is a sweet, savory, and slightly spicy condiment from Korean cuisine, made with soy sauce, garlic, sugar, sesame oil, ginger, and gochujang for depth of flavor. It creates a rich blend that enhances grilled dishes. I made this Korean BBQ sauce Recipe because I enjoy recreating flavors I have known for years.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 7

Total Time 17

Servings: 1 cup

Course: Sauce

Cuisine: Korean

Calories: 70

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

60 ml soy sauce
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp honey
1 tbsp sesame oil
2 garlic cloves finely minced
1 tsp fresh ginger grated
2 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp gochujang Korean chili paste
60 ml ¼ cup mirin (non alcoholic preferred)
1½ tsp ground black pepper or gochugaru Korean chili flakes
1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water slurry
1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
2 tbsp green onions finely chopped

Equipment

Small saucepan
Whisk or spoon
Measuring cups & spoons
Knife & cutting board
Small mixing bowl (for slurry)

Method

Step 1: Combine Base Ingredients

In a small saucepan, add soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, rice vinegar, gochujang, mirin, and black pepper (or gochugaru). Mix well.

Step 2: Simmer The Sauce

Place the saucepan over medium heat. Stir continuously until the sugar dissolves and the mixture begins to gently simmer (about 3–4 minutes).

Step 3: Thicken The Sauce

Add the cornstarch slurry while stirring. Continue cooking for another 1–2 minutes until the sauce thickens to a glossy consistency.

Step 4: Finish & Serve

Remove from heat. Stir in toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions. Let it cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Nutrition Facts Per Serving