Korean BBQ Dipping Sauce (Ssamjong/Sesame oil & salt/Cho Ganjang)

Ssamjong

2 tbsp Doenjang (Fermented soybean paste)

1/2 tbsp Gochujang

2 tbsp chopped onion

1 tsp sesame oil

1 tsp rice syrup

1 clove garlic ~ chopped

1/2 tsp sesame seeds

Direction:

• Combine all the above ingredients in a bowl.  Stir thoroughly and mix.  Taste and adjust based on your own preference.  For more saltiness, add more doenjang.  For more heat, add more gochujang.  For more sweetness, add more rice syrup or honey.

Sesame Oil & Salt

1 tbsp sesame oil

1 tsp kosher or sea salt

1/8 tsp black pepper

Direction:

• In a small bowl, combine the above ingredients and thoroughly mix.

Cho Ganjang (Brisket sauce)

1 tbsp soy sauce

1 tbsp water

1/2 tbsp rice vinegar

1/2 tbsp sugar

1/2 clove garlic ~ sliced thinly

1/4 Jalapeno ~ sliced thinly

Direction:

• In a mason jar, combine all the ingredients and cover with a lid.  Shake until the sugar has dissolved or in a bowl and use a whisk to stir until dissolved.  Taste and adjust based on your preference.  For more salt, add more soy sauce.  For more acid, add more vinegar.  For more sweetness, add more sugar.  If the sauce is too strong, add half a teaspoon of water and adjust as you taste.  Serve immediately or place in the fridge until use.