Best 3 Gochujang Sauce Recipes

Gochujang sauce, also known as Korean chili paste, is a staple ingredient in many Korean dishes, adding a complex and spicy flavor to a variety of dishes. Made from fermented soybeans, red chili powder, and various spices, gochujang sauce has a rich, slightly sweet, and slightly smoky flavor that can be used to add depth and heat to marinades, stews, soups, and sauces. Here we will provide some of the best recipes for making gochujang sauce, exploring its versatility and the many ways it can be used to create delicious and authentic Korean dishes.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

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

Ingredients

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

Ingredients

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

Ingredients

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 good quality gochujang. The better the gochujang, the better the sauce will be. Look for a gochujang that is made with whole red peppers and has a deep, rich flavor.
Experiment with different vinegars. Rice vinegar, apple cider vinegar, and white vinegar are all good choices for gochujang sauce. The type of vinegar you use will affect the flavor of the sauce, so experiment until you find one that you like.
Add a little sweetness. A little bit of sugar or honey can help to balance out the heat of the gochujang. You can also use fruit, such as pineapple or mango, to add sweetness to the sauce.
Use fresh herbs and spices. Fresh herbs and spices can add a lot of flavor to gochujang sauce. Some good choices include garlic, ginger, green onions, cilantro, and sesame seeds.
Don't be afraid to experiment. Gochujang sauce is a versatile condiment that can be used in a variety of dishes. Experiment with different ingredients and flavors until you find a sauce that you love.

Conclusion:

Gochujang sauce is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used in a variety of dishes. It is easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. Whether you are using it as a dipping sauce, a marinade, or a stir-fry sauce, gochujang sauce is sure to add a delicious kick to your meal.