Gochu Doenjang Muchim - (Green Korean Peppers Seasoned with Doenjang)
Ingredients:
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5 ounces mild green chili peppers (Korean asagi gochu) 6 to 8, depending on the size
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1.5 tablespoons doenjang (Korean feremented soybean paste)
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1/2 tablespoon gochujang, (Korean red chili pepper paste) or 1 teaspoon gochugaru (Korean red chili pepper flakes)
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1 teaspoon minced garlic
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1/2 teaspoon sugar or 2-3 teaspoons maesilcheong (Korean plum syrup) or any other sugar substitute of your choice
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2 teaspoons sesame oil
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2 teaspoons crushed sesame seeds
Directions:
- Trim off the ends of the peppers
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Combine:
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doenjang (or soybean paste is a type of fermented bean paste made entirely of soybean and brine)
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gochujang (Gochujang or red chili paste is a savory, sweet, and spicy fermented condiment)
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garlic
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sugar or sugar substitute such as agave or honey
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Sesame Oil and Sesame Seeds
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Mix all ingredients well in a bowl.
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Add the peppers and toss everything with a spoon or by hand until each piece is well coated with the sauce. Adjust the seasoning to taste by adding more doenjang or gochujang.