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sauce essentials: japanese bbq sauce

Andy59 avatar
Recipe by
Andy Anderson !
@Andy59
Wichita, KS

This is a variation on a Japanese style BBQ sauce. It is relatively simple to construct, and is excellent for a dish called Tonkatsu (Japanese breaded pork). If you are looking for something a bit different than a traditional “American” BBQ Sauce, I have discovered that it works well on conventional pork and/or beef dishes. So, you ready… Let’s get into the kitchen

yield serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For sauce essentials: japanese bbq sauce

  • PLAN/PURCHASE
  • 1/3 c
    ketchup, i prefer homemade
  • 2 Tbsp
    worcestershire sauce, i prefer homemade
  • 1 Tbsp
    sake, unflavored
  • 1 Tbsp
    coconut sugar, light variety
  • 1 Tbsp
    tamari sauce, or liquid aminos
  • 1 tsp
    dijon mustard, i prefer grey poupon
  • 1 pinch
    crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste

How To Make sauce essentials: japanese bbq sauce

  • 1
    PREP/PREPARE
  • 2
    Chef’s Note: If you have never made your own ketchup, I would recommend giving it a try. Here is a recipe to help you get started: https://www.justapinch.com/recipes/sauce-spread/other-sauce-spread/versatile-homemade-ketchup.html?r=1
  • 3
    Chef’s Note: Homemade Worcestershire sauce is easy/peasy to make, taste great, and do not include anchovies. Give it a try: https://www.justapinch.com/recipes/sauce-spread/other-sauce-spread/diy-essentials-homemade-worcestershire-sauce.html?r=7
  • 4
    Gather your Ingredients (mise en place).
  • 5
    Add all the ingredients to a saucepan over medium heat.
  • 6
    Whisk until thoroughly combined, as it comes up to a simmer.
  • 7
    Allow to lightly simmer for five minutes.
  • 8
    Remove from heat and allow to completely cool.
  • 9
    Place in a sealed container in the fridge, until ready for use.
  • 10
    Chef’s Note: This sauce will keep in the fridge for 4 – 6 weeks.
  • 11
    PLATE/PRESENT
  • 12
    Use as you would any BBQ sauce, when you want something a bit different. Enjoy.
  • 13
    Keep the faith, and keep cooking.
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