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Japchae Sauce

A sweet and savory sauce that enhances any stir-fry dish, perfect for traditional Korean Japchae.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • ΒΌ cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds

Equipment

  • Measuring spoons
  • Measuring cups
  • Small mixing bowl
  • Whisk or fork
  • Storage container

Method
 

  1. Gather all the ingredients on your countertop.
  2. In a small mixing bowl, pour in the soy sauce.
  3. Measure and add the sesame oil to the bowl.
  4. Stir in the brown sugar until it dissolves completely.
  5. Add the rice vinegar to the mixture.
  6. Stir in the minced garlic.
  7. Add the sesame seeds to the bowl.
  8. Using a whisk or a fork, mix all the ingredients thoroughly until well combined.
  9. Let the sauce sit for about 10 minutes before using.

Notes

This sauce pairs perfectly with stir-fried vegetables, grilled meats, and more.