Sesame Seed Sauce Recipe

Elevate your vegetables and meat dishes with this vibrant Korean sesame seed sauce! Quick and easy to make in just 20 minutes, this versatile sauce adds a nutty, savory depth to both cooked and raw vegetables. Perfect for a healthy weeknight meal prep, it stores beautifully in the fridge for several days. Get ready to experience the magic of this incredibly flavorful sauce!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 512.6 kcal
Protein 40g
Rating 3.7 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Sesame Seed Sauce

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How to Make Sesame Seed Sauce

  1. Toast 1/4 cup sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium-low heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring constantly until fragrant and lightly golden.
  2. Allow the sesame seeds to cool slightly, then coarsely crush them using a mortar and pestle or a food processor (pulse a few times to avoid making a paste).
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the crushed sesame seeds, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, 2 tablespoons sesame oil, 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup, 1 clove minced garlic, and 1 teaspoon grated ginger.
  4. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for extra heat, if desired.
  5. Transfer the sauce to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. The sauce will keep in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

167 g

Sugar

56g

Fat

25g

Carbs

11g