Gochujang-Date Sauce

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
4%
Gochujang-Date Sauce
45 min.
8
80kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your culinary creations with a delightful twist? Introducing the Gochujang-Date Sauce – a vibrant, flavorful condiment that seamlessly combines the boldness of Korean gochujang with the natural sweetness of Medjool dates. This sauce is not only a feast for the senses but also fits perfectly into various dietary preferences as it is vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up this scrumptious sauce that serves eight, making it an excellent addition to gatherings, meal prep, or even a solo snack. With only 80 calories per serving, this sauce offers a guilt-free way to enhance your dishes. The creamy texture achieved through the blending of dates and sesame oil creates a luxurious mouthfeel, while the gochujang adds an enticing kick of heat.

Whether you're drizzling it over roasted vegetables, tossing it with noodles, or using it as a zesty dip for fresh produce, this Gochujang-Date Sauce will quickly become a pantry staple. Its unique flavor profile and health benefits are sure to impress family and friends alike. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that showcases the beautiful balance of sweet and spicy!

Ingredients

  • cup pepper flakes hot (Korean pepper paste)
  •  medjool dates pitted
  • tablespoons sesame oil toasted

Equipment

  • food processor

Directions

  1. Place 5 pitted Medjool dates in a smallbowl; cover with boiling water and let situntil softened, about 10 minutes.
  2. Drain;transfer dates to a food processor.
  3. Add1 cup gochujang (Korean hot pepperpaste) and 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil.Purée until smooth.

Nutrition Facts

Calories80kcal
Protein2.88%
Fat37.5%
Carbs59.62%

Properties

Glycemic Index
5.63
Glycemic Load
0.62
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
3.5999999927438%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:79.99kcal
4%
Fat:3.61g
5.55%
Saturated Fat:0.5g
3.16%
Carbohydrates:12.9g
4.3%
Net Carbohydrates:11.61g
4.22%
Sugar:10.96g
12.18%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:1.84mg
0.08%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.62g
1.24%
Vitamin C:26.94mg
32.66%
Vitamin B6:0.13mg
6.61%
Fiber:1.29g
5.14%
Potassium:164.77mg
4.71%
Vitamin A:200.85IU
4.02%
Manganese:0.08mg
3.97%
Copper:0.08mg
3.92%
Vitamin K:3.51µg
3.34%
Magnesium:12.41mg
3.1%
Vitamin B3:0.47mg
2.37%
Iron:0.33mg
1.82%
Phosphorus:17.36mg
1.74%
Folate:6.56µg
1.64%
Vitamin B5:0.16mg
1.58%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.48%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.4%
Calcium:12.23mg
1.22%
Vitamin E:0.18mg
1.19%
Source:Epicurious