Description
Sempio Ssamjang Seasoned Soybean Paste 250g is a flavorful, Korean condiment made from a savory blend of soybean paste (doenjang), chili paste (gochujang), and other seasonings. It is widely used as a dipping sauce for Korean barbecue (K-BBQ) and for fresh vegetables.
Flavor profile and usage:
- Flavor: Sempio Ssamjang offers a harmonious and complex flavor profile that is sweet, salty, and savory with a mild spiciness and a nutty fragrance from sesame. It provides a rich, umami-filled taste that complements a variety of dishes.
- Usage: It is most famously used as a dipping sauce for Ssam, or Korean wraps. You typically place a small amount on a lettuce or perilla leaf, add a piece of grilled meat, and wrap it up to eat in one bite. It is also used in other ways, such as:
- Dip: For fresh vegetable sticks like cucumbers and carrots.
- Sauce: Poured over burgers, tacos, or sandwiches for a savory kick.
- Flavoring: Added to stir-fries, stews, or noodles to enhance their flavor.
- Marinade: Used as a base for marinades.
Ingredients and certifications:
According to the classic version of the paste, it is made with the following ingredients:
- Water
- Wheat flour
- Corn syrup
- Soybean
- Salt
- Red pepper seasoning (red pepper powder, water, salt, garlic, onion)
- Wheat
- Alcohol
- Brown sugar
- Minced garlic
- Wheat extract
- Roasted sesame
- Garlic oil
- Koji-starter
- Ginger seasoning
Allergens: The classic version of the product contains wheat, soybeans, and sesame. Sempio also offers a gluten-free ssamjang option, which is made with a different ingredient list.
Vegan: The product is described as vegan.
Vegan: The product is described as vegan.
Certifications: The Sempio brand is noted for quality and food safety, with some products being SQF (Safe Quality Food) certified.
