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Ssamjang (Korean Dipping Paste)

A savory, slightly sweet Korean dipping paste combining doenjang and gochujang, used for lettuce wraps filled with grilled meat or tofu, raw vegetables, and rice.

5 minEasyServes 860 cal/serving

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Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup doenjang (Korean fermented soybean paste)
  • 2 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 2 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 green onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tsp honey or maple syrup (for vegan)
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup doenjang (Korean fermented soybean paste) and 2 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste). Mix well with a spoon until uniform.

  2. 2

    Stir in 2 tsp toasted sesame oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, 2 tsp honey or maple syrup (for vegan), and 2 thinly sliced green onion.

  3. 3

    Sprinkle with 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds and serve immediately alongside lettuce leaves, sliced vegetables, or grilled items for wrapping.

  4. 4

    Store any leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

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Questions

Is there a substitute for gochujang in Ssamjang (Korean Dipping Paste)?

The entry for Ssamjang (Korean Dipping Paste) calls for 2 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste). In its place: Mix two parts sriracha or another chili paste with one part white miso and a pinch of sugar. It lands close on heat and body and a little short on fermented depth.

How hot is Ssamjang (Korean Dipping Paste)?

Moderately. The heat in Ssamjang (Korean Dipping Paste) comes from 2 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste). For a milder plate, start with half the gochujang and add more to taste at the end; nothing else in the method changes. For more, add it at the table rather than in the pot, so everyone sets their own level.

Is Ssamjang (Korean Dipping Paste) low-carb?

A serving of Ssamjang (Korean Dipping Paste) carries 3 g of carbohydrate. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 15 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 3 percent.

Does Ssamjang (Korean Dipping Paste) contain sesame?

Yes: 2 tsp toasted sesame oil and 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds. The full allergen list for this entry is soy and sesame. Seeds used as a garnish can simply be left off; the oil has no true substitute. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many calories are in Ssamjang (Korean Dipping Paste)?

One serving (the recipe makes 8) is about 60 calories, with 1 g protein, 3 g carbohydrate and 5 g fat, plus 180 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How long does Ssamjang (Korean Dipping Paste) keep?

Refrigerate Ssamjang (Korean Dipping Paste) in a sealed jar and use it within four to five days. It also freezes flat in a bag for up to three months.

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