Ssamjang

This thick and spicy paste is one of the most common dipping sauces in South Korean cuisine. It is traditionally prepared with a combination of fiery gochujang (red pepper paste) and the pungent doenjang (fermented soybean paste).

Although the combination is easily adapted to personal preference, the usual additions include sesame oil, scallions, sesame, garlic, and some sweet element such as brown sugar or honey. Ssamjang is roughly translated as a sauce for wraps, and it is usually enjoyed as a dipping sauce served with various Korean barbecue dishes such as bulgogi or galbi.