Keto Buldak Sauce
Elevate your keto cooking game with this fiery and flavorful Keto Buldak Sauce, a low-carb twist on the classic Korean spicy sauce. Packed with bold ingredients like gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes), soy sauce, and freshly minced garlic, this sauce delivers a smoky heat and umami punch that's perfect for marinades or dipping. Sweetened naturally with erythritol and balanced with a splash of apple cider vinegar and sesame oil, it maintains its authentic taste without compromising your diet. Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick and easy recipe combines simplicity and versatility, making it ideal for keto enthusiasts craving bold, spicy flavors. Perfect for pairing with grilled chicken, stir-fry veggies, or any protein-packed dish, this Buldak-inspired keto sauce is a must-try for fans of Korean cuisine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes)
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons Erythritol or your preferred keto sweetener
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 0.25 cup Chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Crushed red pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 stalk Green onion, finely chopped
Instructions
In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, combine the gochugaru, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, and erythritol. Stir well to dissolve the sweetener.
Add the sesame oil, apple cider vinegar, and chicken broth to the saucepan. Stir to combine the ingredients evenly.
Sprinkle in the crushed red pepper and freshly ground black pepper. Adjust the heat level according to your preference.
Let the mixture simmer gently for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it slightly thickens.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the finely chopped green onion.
Let the sauce cool to room temperature. Use it as a marinade or a dipping sauce for your keto-friendly dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
241 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.2 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.4 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1882 mg | 82% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.8 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.2 g | ||
| Protein | 8.5 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 68 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 654 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
