Description
Creamy Korean Ssamjang sauce blends traditional Korean flavors with modern culinary techniques. Rich umami notes complement grilled meats and vegetable wraps, offering a delightful experience for adventurous palates.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) doenjang
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) gochujang
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) mayonnaise or sour cream
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) sesame oil
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) honey
- 1 tsp (5 ml) rice vinegar
- 1 clove garlic, finely minced
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) green onions, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) sesame seeds, toasted
- Water (as needed, for thinning)
Instructions
- Flavor Fusion: Whisk doenjang and gochujang in a mixing bowl until a uniform, rich base develops, melding the intense fermented and spicy Korean condiment characteristics.
- Texture Enhancement: Drizzle sesame oil and mayonnaise into the paste, stirring continuously to create a smooth, luxuriously creamy texture that softens bold underlying flavors while maintaining depth.
- Aromatic Elevation: Mince fresh garlic and fold into the mixture, then add a splash of rice vinegar to brighten the sauce, introducing a tangy dimension that cuts through the richness.
- Finishing Touch: Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and finely chopped scallions to add a delicate crunch and visual appeal, transforming the ssamjang into a vibrant, multi-dimensional condiment ready to accompany grilled meats or serve as a dynamic dipping sauce.
Notes
- Balance Flavor Intensity: Adjust doenjang and gochujang ratios to control spiciness and saltiness, ensuring a harmonious blend that suits personal taste preferences.
- Achieve Smooth Consistency: Whisk ingredients thoroughly and slowly incorporate mayonnaise to prevent separation and create a silky, even texture.
- Enhance Aromatic Depth: Finely mince garlic for maximum flavor distribution and let the mixture rest briefly to allow ingredients to meld and develop complex taste profiles.
- Customize Dietary Needs: Substitute mayonnaise with vegan alternatives like cashew cream or tofu-based spread to make the ssamjang suitable for plant-based diets while maintaining creamy richness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 575 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg