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Bulgogi Sauce (Korean BBQ Beef Sauce) Recipe

Bulgogi Sauce (Korean BBQ Beef Sauce) Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: About 1 cup
  • Category: Sauce
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Korean
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Learn how to make a flavorful Bulgogi Sauce, a traditional Korean BBQ Beef Sauce that’s perfect for marinating various meats or tofu. This easy-to-follow recipe yields a delicious sauce that will elevate your BBQ dishes to the next level.


Ingredients

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Main Sauce:

  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar

Additional Ingredients:

  • 1/4 cup grated Asian pear (or apple)
  • 1/4 cup grated yellow onion
  • 2 tablespoons minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
  • 2 green onions finely chopped (optional)


Instructions

  1. Main Sauce: In a medium bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, sesame oil, and rice vinegar. Whisk until sugar is mostly dissolved.
  2. Add Flavors: Add grated pear, grated onion, minced garlic, grated ginger, and black pepper. Stir until fully combined.
  3. Final Touches: Mix in sesame seeds and green onions if desired. Use immediately as a marinade or refrigerate in an airtight container.

Notes

  • Asian pear tenderizes the meat, but apple is a good substitute.
  • Great for marinating beef, chicken, pork, or tofu.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
  • Calories: 70
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 640mg
  • Fat: 3g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg