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Wet Wet Sauce

Irresistible Wet Wet Sauce: Elevate Every Dinner Tonight

Experience the exhilarating Wet Wet Sauce that transforms meals with its unique spicy umami flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: APPETIZERS
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 70
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Aromatics
  • 4 green onions white part Adds fresh, mild onion flavor; use scallions in a pinch.
  • 2 cloves minced garlic Provides aromatic depth; fresh is best.
  • 1 tablespoon minced ginger Adds warmth; ground ginger can be used if fresh isn't available.
For the Spice Mix
  • 1 tablespoon gochugaru Provides heat and vibrant color; substitute with crushed red pepper.
  • 1 tablespoon white sesame seeds Adds crunch; can substitute with toasted seeds.
For the Sauce Base
  • 1 cup vegetable oil Acts as the sauce base; olive oil can be a substitute.
  • 1 3/4 cup soy sauce Provides saltiness; tamari for gluten-free.
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce Contributes richness; use mushroom-based oyster for vegetarian.
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar Adds acidity; alternatives are white wine or apple cider vinegar.
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil Enhances flavor; can substitute with regular sesame oil.

Equipment

  • heatproof pot
  • saucepan

Method
 

How to Make Wet Wet Sauce
  1. In a heatproof pot, mix together the green onions, minced garlic, minced ginger, gochugaru, and sesame seeds.
  2. In a saucepan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat until it’s hot but not smoking.
  3. Carefully pour the hot oil over the prepared mixture in the pot, then stir gently and allow it to cool slightly.
  4. Once cooled, incorporate the soy sauce, oyster sauce, and rice vinegar into your mixture, mixing until thoroughly combined.
  5. Enjoy your Wet Wet Sauce immediately, or transfer it into an airtight jar.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 70kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 35mgSugar: 1gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Store in an airtight jar in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks, or freeze for up to 3 months.

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