Quick Gochujang Sauce (Tapuki Style)
Quick Gochujang Sauce (Tapuki Style) is a easy Korean recipe that serves 4. 30 calories per serving. Recipe by Sora Joanna on YouTube.
Prep: 4 min | Cook: 5 min | Total: 14 min
Cost: $0.55 total, $0.14 per serving
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoon Gochujang (Korean chili paste) (Use a level tablespoon; a 'big spoonful' as described in the video)
- 2 tablespoon Granulated white sugar (Adjust to taste; can use honey or maple syrup as a natural sweetener)
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce (Low‑sodium preferred; regular soy sauce contains wheat)
- 0.25 cup Chicken or vegetable stock (Use a good quality, low‑sodium stock for best flavor)
Instructions
Gather Ingredients
Measure 3 Tbsp gochujang, 2 Tbsp sugar, 1 Tbsp soy sauce, and ¼ cup stock into a small mixing bowl.
Time: PT2M
Combine Paste and Seasonings
Add the gochujang, sugar, and soy sauce to the bowl and stir until the sugar starts to break down.
Time: PT1M
Incorporate Stock
Pour the stock into the mixture and whisk until fully blended.
Time: PT1M
Heat the Sauce
Transfer the mixture to a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a gentle simmer (about 180°F / 82°C) and cook for 2–3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sugar is completely dissolved and the sauce thickens slightly.
Time: PT5M
Temperature: Medium heat, simmer ~180°F
Cool and Store
Remove from heat, let cool for a minute, then pour into a clean jar. Seal and refrigerate.
Time: PT2M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 30
- Protein
- 0g
- Carbohydrates
- 7g
- Fat
- 0g
- Fiber
- 0g
Dietary info: Vegetarian, Contains gluten
Allergens: Soy, Wheat (if regular soy sauce is used)
Last updated: March 15, 2026






