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Ssamjang (Korean BBQ Dipping Sauce, 쌈장)
Category: Korean Home Cooking🕒 10 mins🍽️ 6 servings
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How I cook this at home
I keep this recipe practical for everyday cooking: clear steps, linked ingredients, and small notes from my kitchen so you can make it realistically in Germany too.
My notes for this recipe
If you’re familiar with Korean BBQ culture, then you’ve probably heard of ssamjang—the essential dipping sauce that makes the Korean BBQ experience truly special. There's something about wrapping juicy meat in a lettuce leaf and adding a dollop of ssamjang that’s just unbelievably tasty!
You may have seen ssamjang for sale at your local Asian market, but making it at home is actually quite simple and even more delicious. You probably already have the doenjang (fermented soybean paste) that you bought for making doenjang jjigae, right? Let's make some ssamjang!
Quick tips
- Read the ingredients and steps once before you start.
- Prepare the sauce, vegetables, and toppings first so cooking feels calmer.
- Adjust the final flavor gently with soy sauce, salt, sugar, or sesame oil.
Instructions
Mix all ingredients:
In a bowl, combine the chopped onion, green onion, chili (if using), doenjang, gochujang, plum extract, minced garlic, chili powder, sesame oil, and sesame seeds.
Mix thoroughly until everything is well combined.
Serve:
Serve alongside Korean BBQ, especially with ssam (vegetable wraps).
That's it! Enjoy this flavorful dipping sauce with your next BBQ meal. Please leave a comment if you enjoyed the taste. 😊
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Small questions that often come up
Can beginners make this recipe?
Yes. Read through the steps once and prepare the ingredients first. That makes the recipe much easier to follow.
Where can I find Korean ingredients?
Asian grocery stores, Korean online shops, and larger supermarkets with an Asian section are usually the easiest places to start.