Ssamjang (쌈장) – Lettuce Wrap Sauce

Ssamjang is a condiment used to add the final flavor punch to the Korean Ssam or lettuce wrap. Korean ssam usually contains rice, a kind of protein(bulgogi, grilled pork belly, kkongchi jorim and more) wrapped in lettuce or any vegetable leaf that is big enough to make a wrap. And ssamjang which is made from a mix of fermented soybean paste and gochujang is what really makes the ssam taste great.

Directions

Mix all ingredients together in a bowl.

Follow along on social for more Korean recipe inspiration!

• Pinterest
• Facebook
• Instagram

My Newsletter

Print

4.84 from 12 votes

Ssamjang (condiment for Korean lettuce wrap)

Ssamjang is a condiment used to add the final flavor punch to the Korean Ssam or lettuce wrap. Korean ssam usually contains rice, a kind of protein(bulgogi, grilled pork belly, kkongchi jorim and more) wrapped in lettuce or any vegetable leaf that is big enough to make a wrap.

Prep: 5 minutes

Total Time : 5 minutes

serves: 4

Ingredients

• 2 Tbsp Korean soybean paste (된장 Dwenjang)
• 1 Tbsp Korean chili bean paste (고추장 Gochujang)
• 1 tsp fresh chopped garlic (garlic powder is OK)
• 1 Tbsp fresh chopped green onion
• 1 Tbsp roasted sesame seeds
• 1 Tbsp mayonnaise (this is to lessen the saltiness and also add a creamier taste but is not a traditional ingredient. you can also add some crushed up firm tofu instead if you want a more lighter taste)
• 1 tsp sesame oil

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

• Mix all of the above ingredients together in a bowl.

Tips & Notes:

Ssamjang can be stored in the refrigerator for weeks due to the high salt content of the bean pastes. And since usually only a small amount is consumed each time, store the remaining sauce and use it later.
Other ideas – just cut up some fresh carrots, cucumbers and even green chili peppers and serve with ssamjang. It can be a great side dish to any meat dish.

Nutrition Information:

Calories: 67kcal (3%)| Carbohydrates: 5g (2%)| Protein: 1g (2%)| Fat: 4g (6%)| Cholesterol: 1mg| Sodium: 215mg (9%)| Potassium: 26mg (1%)| Sugar: 1g (1%)| Vitamin A: 15IU| Vitamin C: 1.4mg (2%)| Calcium: 22mg (2%)| Iron: 0.5mg (3%)

Author: JinJoo Lee

Course:seasoning

Cuisine:Korean

Keyword:bbq, doenjang, gochujang, sauce

Did You Make This?I love seeing what you’ve made! Tag me on Instagram at @Kimchimari or #kimchimari and don’t forget to leave a comment & rating below!

Ssamjang can be stored in the refrigerator for weeks due to the high salt content of the bean pastes. And since usually only a small amount is consumed each time, store the remaining sauce and use it later.

Other ideas – just cut up some fresh carrots, cucumbers and even green chili peppers and serve with ssamjang. It can be a great side dish to any meat dish.