Gluten-Free Korean BBQ Sauce
Elevate your next meal with this savory and versatile Gluten-Free Korean BBQ Sauce, packed with bold, authentic flavors and crafted with allergen-friendly ingredients. This quick and easy recipe combines tamari or gluten-free soy sauce, sweet brown sugar, tangy rice vinegar, and a kick of gluten-free gochujang for the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy. Toasted sesame oil, fresh garlic, and ginger add delightful aromatics, while a touch of honey rounds out the richness. Thickened with a simple cornstarch slurry, this sauce is perfect as a marinade, glaze, or dipping sauce for grilled meats, veggies, or tofu. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s your go-to homemade Korean BBQ sauce that’s completely gluten-free and utterly irresistible!
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Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Tamari or gluten-free soy sauce
- 0.25 cup Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Gochujang (gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon Toasted sesame oil
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 0.25 cup Water
- 2 teaspoons Cornstarch
Directions
Step 1
In a small saucepan, combine the tamari, brown sugar, rice vinegar, gochujang, toasted sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, and honey.
Step 2
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir the mixture until the sugar is fully dissolved, about 3 minutes.
Step 3
In a small bowl, whisk together the water and cornstarch until smooth, creating a slurry.
Step 4
Slowly add the cornstarch slurry to the saucepan, stirring constantly to prevent clumping.
Step 5
Continue to cook the sauce while stirring for an additional 2 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
Step 6
Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the sauce to cool slightly.
Step 7
Transfer the sauce into a clean, airtight container and refrigerate. It can be stored for up to two weeks.
Step 8
Use this gluten-free Korean BBQ sauce as a marinade, dipping sauce, or glaze for your favorite dishes.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 346.7 grams (346.7g) |
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| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 560 |
| Total Fat 14.80g | 19% |
| Saturated Fat 2.00g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 8179mg | 356% |
| Total Carbohydrate 99.70g | 36% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.80g | 6% |
| Total Sugars 75.70g | |
| Protein 18.10g | 36% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 67mg | 5% |
| Iron 3mg | 14% |
| Potassium 579mg | 12% |
Source of Calories