My Korean Dipping Sauce
Elevate your meals with the bold, savory flavors of "My Korean Dipping Sauce," a quick and easy condiment that packs a punch in just 5 minutes! This vibrant sauce combines the umami richness of soy sauce and nutty sesame oil with the tangy zing of rice vinegar and a hint of sweetness from honey (or brown sugar). A touch of gochugaru (Korean red chili flakes) adds a subtle heat, while garlic, green onions, and toasted sesame seeds provide irresistible layers of flavor. Perfect as a dipping sauce for dumplings, scallion pancakes, or Korean BBQ, this versatile recipe is a must-try for fans of Korean cuisine. Best of all, it's great for meal prep—store it in the fridge and enjoy a restaurant-quality condiment anytime!
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Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 1.5 teaspoons Honey (or brown sugar)
- 1 teaspoon Gochugaru (Korean red chili flakes)
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Green onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Toasted sesame seeds
- 1 tablespoon Water
Directions
Step 1
In a small mixing bowl, add the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey (or brown sugar), and water.
Step 2
Stir the ingredients together until the honey (or sugar) is fully dissolved.
Step 3
Add the gochugaru, minced garlic, and chopped green onion. Stir to combine evenly.
Step 4
Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the sauce and give it a final mix.
Step 5
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. For a sweeter sauce, add a bit more honey. For more heat, add additional gochugaru.
Step 6
Serve the dipping sauce immediately alongside your favorite dishes, or store in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 96.6 grams (96.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 209 |
| Total Fat 15.50g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat 2.20g | 11% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.90g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1731mg | 75% |
| Total Carbohydrate 14.50g | 5% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.50g | 5% |
| Total Sugars 9.40g | |
| Protein 5.30g | 11% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 46mg | 4% |
| Iron 1mg | 7% |
| Potassium 246mg | 5% |
Source of Calories