Buldak Sauce

Turn up the heat in your kitchen with this fiery and flavorful Buldak Sauce, a spicy Korean-inspired condiment that's packed with bold umami and an irresistible smoky kick. Made with the perfect blend of gochujang, gochugaru, soy sauce, and aromatic garlic and ginger, this sauce strikes the ideal balance between heat and sweetness, thanks to honey and brown sugar. A quick simmer unites the flavors, creating a versatile sauce that's perfect for marinating or drizzling over grilled chicken, stir-fries, or even noodles. Ready in just 15 minutes, this spicy-sweet Korean sauce is your go-to for adding a punch of flavor to any dish. Don’t forget to save those leftovers—they’ll keep in the fridge for up to a week!

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons Gochujang (Korean red chili paste)
• 2 tablespoons Gochugaru (Korean red chili flakes)
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Mirin
• 1.5 tablespoons Honey
• 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
• 4 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Ginger, minced
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 3 tablespoons Water

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized bowl, combine the gochujang, gochugaru, soy sauce, mirin, honey, and brown sugar. Mix well until the ingredients are thoroughly combined and the sugar has dissolved.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic, minced ginger, sesame oil, and black pepper to the mixture. Stir the ingredients together until the garlic and ginger are evenly distributed throughout the sauce.

Step 3

In a small saucepan, add the sauce mixture and the water. Stir well to ensure everything is well combined.

Step 4

Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and to blend the flavors.

Step 5

Once the sauce reaches a simmer, reduce the heat to low and allow it to cook for another 3-4 minutes, continuing to stir occasionally. This will help meld the flavors and slightly thicken the sauce.

Step 6

Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the sauce cool down slightly before using.

Step 7

Use this buldak sauce as a marinade or finishing sauce for grilled chicken or any dish that needs a kick of spicy, umami-rich flavor.

Step 8

Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	251.3 grams (251.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	557

Total Fat 17.20g	22%
Saturated Fat 2.60g	13%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.90g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2668mg	116%
Total Carbohydrate 96.60g	35%
Dietary Fiber 8.30g	30%
Total Sugars 65.80g
Protein 8.80g	18%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 84mg	6%
Iron 3mg	17%
Potassium 648mg	14%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 26.9%

Protein: 6.1%

Carbs: 67.0%