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Epic Wet Sauce Recipe

Epic Wet Sauce


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  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 5 1x

Description

Wet wet sauce flavor explosion introduces a zesty culinary adventure from South America. Spicy ingredients blend seamlessly, creating intense flavor profiles that make diners crave more with each delectable bite.


Ingredients

Scale
  • ½ cup (120 ml) vegetable oil
  • 3 tbsps (45 ml) green onions, white part, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsps (30 ml) gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
  • 1 tbsp (15 ml) soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp (15 ml) oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp (15 ml) rice vinegar
  • tsps (7.5 ml) minced garlic
  • 1 tsp (5 ml) minced ginger
  • 1 tsp (5 ml) toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tsp (5 ml) white sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Preparation: Meticulously chop green onions, mince garlic, and grate fresh ginger into a spacious heatproof vessel, creating an aromatic foundation for the sauce.
  2. Seasoning Layer: Dust gochugaru chili flakes and toasted sesame seeds over the chopped ingredients, building a complex flavor base that promises depth and intrigue.
  3. Oil Preparation: Select a robust, heavy-bottomed saucepan and heat vegetable oil to a precise temperature, hovering just below its smoking point to maximize flavor extraction.
  4. Flavor Infusion: Artfully cascade the scorching oil over the aromatic mixture, triggering an immediate and dramatic sizzling transformation that awakens dormant flavors.
  5. Flavor Integration: Gently manipulate the mixture, ensuring even heat distribution and allowing the ingredients to meld into a harmonious flavor symphony.
  6. Liquid Alchemy: Introduce soy sauce, oyster sauce, and rice vinegar, whisking with precision to create a seamless, multi-dimensional sauce that tingles the palate.
  7. Final Refinement: Taste and calibrate the seasoning, ensuring a perfectly balanced flavor profile that oscillates between bold and nuanced.
  8. Preservation: Transfer the vibrant sauce to a sterilized airtight container, refrigerating to lock in its robust character and culinary potential.

Notes

  • Maximize Flavor Intensity: Hot oil technique awakens dormant aromatics, releasing deep, complex flavors that transform ordinary ingredients into extraordinary culinary experiences.
  • Handle Oil Carefully: Use a heavy-bottomed pan and monitor temperature closely to prevent burning, ensuring a perfect sizzle without scorching delicate ingredients.
  • Preserve Sauce Quality: Store in sterilized airtight container immediately after preparation to maintain freshness and prevent flavor degradation.
  • Balance Seasoning Precisely: Taste and adjust liquid components to create a harmonious blend that complements various dishes without overwhelming other flavors.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Snacks, Appetizer, Dinner
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: African

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 5
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 400 mg
  • Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 5 g
  • Fiber: 0 g
  • Protein: 1 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg