Try this homemade Spicy-Sweet Korean Barbecue Sauce (Ssamjang) recipe the whole family will love. Made with fermented soybean paste, Korean red chile, g…
This Spicy-Sweet Korean Barbecue Sauce (Ssamjang) relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as garlic clove, minced, scallion, chopped, sugar or honey and roasted sesame oil. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 71 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.
It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.
Updated Jun 30, 2026