Easy Bibimbap Sauce Recipe

Introduction

This Bibimbap Sauce is a perfect balance of spicy, sweet, and tangy flavors that bring Korean bibimbap to life. Easy to make and versatile, it complements not only bibimbap but also grilled meats and vegetables.

Ingredients

• ¼ cup gochujang
• 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 ½ tablespoons rice vinegar
• ¼ teaspoon salt (optional)

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine the gochujang, minced garlic, toasted sesame oil, honey, sugar, rice vinegar, and salt if using.
2. Step 2: Stir the ingredients thoroughly until the sauce is smooth and well blended. Serve immediately or store for later use.

Tips & Variations

• Adjust the honey and sugar amounts to control the sweetness to your taste.
• For extra depth, add a teaspoon of soy sauce or a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds.
• If you prefer less heat, reduce the gochujang slightly or mix in a little plain yogurt to mellow the spice.

Storage

Store the sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. Stir well before each use as some separation may occur. This sauce tastes great both cold and at room temperature.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this sauce ahead of time?

Yes, this sauce can be prepared in advance and refrigerated. It often tastes better after the flavors have melded overnight.

What can I use if I don’t have gochujang?

If gochujang is unavailable, you can substitute with a mix of chili paste and a little miso paste for a similar spicy and savory flavor, though it won’t be exactly the same.

Easy Bibimbap Sauce Recipe

Print Recipe

★★★★★

4.6 from 121 reviews

This classic Korean Bibimbap sauce is a vibrant and flavorful condiment that perfectly balances spicy, sweet, and tangy flavors. Made with gochujang, garlic, sesame oil, honey, sugar, and rice vinegar, this versatile sauce enhances any bibimbap bowl or can be used as a dipping sauce or marinade.

• Author: Anna
• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Total Time: 5 minutes
• Yield: About ¾ cup 1x
• Category: Sauce
• Method: No-Cook
• Cuisine: Korean
• Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

Scale 1x2x3x

Bibimbap Sauce Ingredients

• ¼ cup gochujang (Korean red chili paste)
• 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 ½ tablespoons rice vinegar
• ¼ teaspoon salt (optional)

Instructions

1. Combine Ingredients: In a medium-sized bowl, add ¼ cup gochujang, 2 teaspoons minced garlic, 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 tablespoon sugar, 1 ½ tablespoons rice vinegar, and ¼ teaspoon salt if desired.
2. Mix Well: Stir all the ingredients thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well combined. The sugar and honey should be completely dissolved, and the sauce should be glossy and evenly textured.
3. Serve or Store: Use the sauce immediately with your bibimbap or other dishes, or transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate it for up to one week to let the flavors meld further.

Notes

• You can adjust the sweetness or spiciness according to your taste by adding more honey or gochujang respectively.
• For a vegan version, substitute honey with maple syrup or agave nectar.
• This sauce can be used as a marinade for grilled meats or vegetables.
• Make sure to use toasted sesame oil for the authentic nutty flavor.
• The salt is optional since gochujang can already be salty.

Keywords: bibimbap sauce, Korean sauce, gochujang sauce, spicy sauce, bibimbap dressing, easy Korean recipes