Bulgogi Sauce (Korean BBQ Beef Sauce)
This delicious Bulgogi sauce is a key ingredient for making traditional Korean BBQ beef. It features a perfect blend of sweet, savory, and umami flavors that infuse the beef, making it tender and flavorful. Serves well with rice and vegetables.
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 whisk or spoon
- 1 set measuring cups and spoons
- 1 airtight container for storage
Ingredients
- ½ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes) Increase for spiciness if desired.
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 4 pieces green onions, finely chopped
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the soy sauce and brown sugar. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
- Add in the sesame oil, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and minced ginger. Whisk together until well blended.
- Stir in the gochugaru, sesame seeds, black pepper, and chopped green onions. Mix until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if necessary by adding more sugar for sweetness or soy sauce for saltiness.
- Use immediately with thinly sliced beef or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Notes
This sauce can also be used as a marinade for other meats, such as chicken or pork. For a spicier version, feel free to increase the amount of gochugaru. Always serve the dish with a side of rice and vegetables to complete the Korean BBQ experience.