Ssamjang for Samgyeopsal

Name: Ssamjang for Samgyeopsal
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 1 cup, 4 serving(s)
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

Submitted by Mike Pellerin

"A spicy Korean sauce to accompany the grilled pork belly dish."

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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.