Classic Sausage Stir-Fry (Ssoya Bokkeum): A Sweet, Sour, and Salty Rice Companion
How to Make Everyone’s Favorite Ssoya Bokkeum Easily
Try making Ssoya Bokkeum, a beloved and savory Korean side dish with a delightful sweet and sour tang! It’s perfect for a comforting meal.
Main Ingredients- Grilled Vienna sausages 350g
- 1/2 Onion
- 1/4 Red bell pepper
- 1/4 Yellow bell pepper
- A little cooking oil
- A pinch of black pepper
Sauce- 3 Tbsp Ketchup
- 1 Tbsp Soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp Sugar
- 1 Tbsp Cooking wine (Mirin or Cheongju)
- 3 Tbsp Ketchup
- 1 Tbsp Soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp Sugar
- 1 Tbsp Cooking wine (Mirin or Cheongju)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare 350g of grilled Vienna sausages, the star ingredient of Ssoya Bokkeum. These are also popular as a snack for children, so it’s good to have a generous amount.
Step 2
To make the sausages even more delicious, score them in your desired pattern. Cross-shaped or diagonal cuts will help the sauce penetrate better, making them tastier.
Step 3
Chop the onion and bell peppers into bite-sized pieces. You can slice the onion or dice it, and cut the red and yellow bell peppers to a similar size as the onion for a visually appealing dish with a good texture when cooked.
Step 4
Now, let’s make the sauce that defines the flavor of Ssoya Bokkeum! First, in a medium bowl, add 3 tablespoons of ketchup. The sweet and sour taste of ketchup is the highlight of this dish.
Step 5
Next, add 1 tablespoon of soy sauce for a boost of umami. Be careful not to add too much, as it can make the dish too salty.
Step 6
Add 1 tablespoon of sugar for sweetness. You can adjust the sugar level to your preference.
Step 7
Finally, add 1 tablespoon of cooking wine (like mirin or cheongju) to remove any unwanted odors and enhance the flavor. Whisk or stir with a spoon until all the sauce ingredients are well combined. Your delicious sauce is ready!
Step 8
Heat a pan over medium heat and add a little cooking oil. Swirl the pan to coat the bottom evenly. It’s important to prevent the sausages and vegetables from sticking.
Step 9
Start by sautéing the onions until they become translucent. Sautéing the onions first brings out their natural sweetness and enhances their flavor.
Step 10
Once the onions start to turn translucent, add the red and yellow bell peppers and stir-fry them together. Cook them just enough so they remain slightly crisp, rather than becoming completely soft.
Step 11
When the vegetables are lightly cooked, add the scored Vienna sausages to the pan and stir-fry with the vegetables. As the sausages cook, they release their oils, which blend with the vegetables for an even richer flavor.
Step 12
When the sausages start to plump up and the scored parts begin to open, pour all the prepared sauce into the pan. Stir well to ensure the sauce coats all the ingredients evenly.
Step 13
Once the sauce has thickened and coated the ingredients with a glossy sheen, sprinkle a pinch of black pepper for an aromatic finish. You can omit the pepper or adjust the amount to your liking.
Step 14
And there you have it – a delicious Ssoya Bokkeum that everyone will love! The combination of plump sausages, crisp vegetables, and the sweet, sour, and savory sauce is absolutely delightful. It’s perfect as a side dish for rice or as a lunchbox treat. Enjoy your meal with this wonderful Ssoya Bokkeum!
