Ssamjang for Samgyeopsal
photo by Jonathan Melendez
- Ready In:
- 45mins
- Ingredients:
- 11
- Yields:
-
1 cup
- Serves:
- 4
ingredients
- 2 tablespoons korean red pepper paste (Gochuchang)
- 1 1⁄2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon korean soy bean paste (Doenjang)
- 1⁄8 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon water
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 small onion, roughly chopped
- 1 whole korean green pepper (can use an Anaheim)
- 1 tablespoon korean red pepper flakes (Gochugaru)
- 4 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 pinch salt and pepper
directions
- Place all ingredients in food processor.
- Pulse then blend smooth.
- Put sauce in small pot and heat to a simmer. Simmer five minutes and allow to cool slightly.
- To serve, use a lettuce leaf as a wrap. Place slice of Samgyeopsal (pork belly) on leaf. Add a bit of rice. Top with Ssamjang sauce. Roll and enjoy.
- Note, cook time includes the pork belly grilling. The Korean products can be found in Asian grocery stores or online at places like H-Mart.
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RECIPE SUBMITTED BY
Mike Pellerin
Tucson, Arizona
I love to try foods from around the world.