Banchans Japanese BBQ Sauce Copycat Recipe
This Banchan's Japanese BBQ Sauce Copycat Recipe is easy, savory sweet, and perfect for everything from meatballs to grilled vegetables.
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Servings: cups
Calories: 71kcal
Equipment
- grater
- Knife and cutting board
- Whisk or spoon To mix the ingredients thoroughly until smooth and press through the strainer.
- strainer To smooth the BBQ sauce.
- Storage container A clean jar or airtight container to store your homemade BBQ sauce.
Ingredients
- 6 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar or white cane sugar
- 6 oz tomato paste small can
- 1 tbsp mirin
- 3 tsp organic ginger grated
- 3 tbsp green onion
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 3 tsp toasted sesame oil
- 1 cup water
- Salt to taste
Instructions
Prepare the Ingredients:
- Gather all the ingredients listed in the recipe.Garlic: Peel the cloves of garlic and mince finely using a knife and cutting board.Green Onions: Wash a few green onions, then chop them into small pieces.Take a piece of ginger and peel it. Use a grater to grate 2 teaspoons of fresh, organic ginger.
Combine Ingredients:
- In a medium-sized saucepan, add: soy sauce, sugar, tomato paste, mirin, grated ginger, chopped green onion, rice vinegar, minced garlic, waterMix the ingredients well and stir.6 tbsp low sodium soy sauce, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 6 oz tomato paste, 1 tbsp mirin, 3 tsp organic ginger, 3 tbsp green onion, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 3 cloves garlic, 1 cup water
Heat in Saucepan:
- Heat the saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the mixture starts to simmer. This should take about 5 minutes. Simmer for 5 minutes. Stirring well to avoid burning.
- Turn the flame down and allow the sauce to be very hot but no longer simmering for another 7-10 minutes while stirring, which will help meld the flavors together without any burning.You can add salt to taste (taste the sauce first).Salt
- Add the sesame oil at the end right before removing the sauce from the heat.3 tsp toasted sesame oil
Strain the Sauce (First Time):
- Remove the saucepan from heat and let it cool for a few minutes.Use a fine mesh strainer to strain the sauce into another bowl, pressing down with a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard any solids left in the strainer.
Strain the Sauce (Second Time):
- To make the sauce even smoother, pour it through the strainer a second time into a clean bowl or container.
Store the Sauce:
- Once strained, pour the smooth sauce into a glass storage container. Seal the container and store in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Notes
- Strain - This is important and a do not miss step. It ensures the smooth texture and delicious taste to come out.
- Balance the Flavors – Adjust the sugar, vinegar, and low sodium soy sauce to get your preferred balance of sweet, salty, and tangy.
- Use Fresh Ingredients – Fresh, organic garlic, green scallions, and ginger will give the best, most vibrant taste which is similar to Banchan's Japanese BBQ sauce.
- Simmer for Depth – Let the sauce simmer for a few minutes to develop a richer, well-blended flavor.
- Taste as You Go – Since ingredients like soy sauce and vinegar vary in intensity, taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Toasted Sesame Oil – Add it at the end for the best aroma and nutty depth.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Banchans Japanese BBQ Sauce Copycat Recipe
Amount per Serving
Calories
71
% Daily Value*
Fat
2
g
3
%
Saturated Fat
0.3
g
2
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
1
g
Sodium
757
mg
33
%
Potassium
406
mg
12
%
Carbohydrates
13
g
4
%
Fiber
2
g
8
%
Sugar
9
g
10
%
Protein
3
g
6
%
Vitamin A
543
IU
11
%
Vitamin C
8
mg
10
%
Calcium
23
mg
2
%
Iron
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.