Spicy, Sweet & Savory Sausage and Vegetable Stir-Fry Recipe
Spicy, Sweet & Savory Sausage and Vegetable Stir-Fry Recipe
Making the Ultimate Sausage and Vegetable Stir-Fry with Chef Baek Jong-won’s Secret
Introducing a beloved Korean comfort dish, Sausage and Vegetable Stir-Fry! This dish is not only a perfect side for rice but also a great snack to pair with drinks. By following Chef Baek Jong-won’s golden recipe for ‘Soya Bokkeum’ (Sausage Stir-Fry), anyone can create a restaurant-quality dish at home. Experience the irresistible magic of sweet, spicy, and savory flavors that will have you finishing a bowl of rice in no time!
Main Ingredients- Sausages (frankfurters or your favorite kind) – adequate amount (approx. 200-300g)
- 1/2 medium Onion
- 1/5 Carrot
- 1/4 Bell Pepper (using different colors makes it more appealing)
- 1 Tbsp Minced Garlic
- 3 Tbsp Cooking Oil
- Sesame Seeds, a pinch (for garnish)
- Black Pepper, a pinch (optional)
Special Spicy & Sweet Sauce- 3 Tbsp Soy Sauce (or any cooking soy sauce)
- 2 Tbsp Sugar
- 4 Tbsp Ketchup
- 1 Tbsp Vinegar
- 3 Tbsp Soy Sauce (or any cooking soy sauce)
- 2 Tbsp Sugar
- 4 Tbsp Ketchup
- 1 Tbsp Vinegar
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
1. Slice the sausages into bite-sized pieces, about 1cm thick circles, or cut them in half lengthwise and then into 1cm thick slices. Avoid slicing them too thinly, as they might break apart during stir-frying.
Step 2
2. Chop the vegetables into similar bite-sized pieces as the sausages. Slice the onion thickly or julienne it. Cut the carrot and bell pepper into slices about 0.5cm thick or julienne them. Using different colored bell peppers will make the dish look more vibrant and appetizing.
Step 3
3. Let’s make the key to the flavor – the special sauce! In a bowl, combine 3 Tbsp soy sauce, 2 Tbsp sugar, 4 Tbsp ketchup, and 1 Tbsp vinegar. Mix well until the sugar is dissolved. The ketchup adds a delightful sweet and tangy kick.
Step 4
4. Now, let’s start stir-frying! Heat a pan over medium heat, add 3 Tbsp of cooking oil, and then add 1 Tbsp of minced garlic. Sauté the garlic slowly over low heat until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic!
Step 5
5. Once the garlic is fragrant, add the onions and stir-fry until they become translucent. At this stage, you can add a pinch of black pepper to help mask any gamey smell from the sausages and enhance the overall flavor. (Black pepper is optional, but it really does make a difference!)
Step 6
6. When the onions are partially cooked, add the sliced sausages and increase the heat to medium-high. Stir-fry the sausages until they are lightly browned. Be mindful of the heat to prevent the sausages from becoming too tough and dry.
Step 7
7. Finally, add the carrots, bell peppers, and any other prepared vegetables. Stir-fry quickly over high heat. If the heat is too high, the vegetables might release too much moisture, making the dish watery. It’s important to slightly reduce the heat and cook the vegetables just until they are tender-crisp to maintain their fresh crunch. The moisture released from the vegetables will mix with the sauce, creating a delicious glaze.
Step 8
8. Once the vegetables are almost cooked, pour the prepared special sauce over everything in the pan. Stir quickly to coat the vegetables and sausages evenly with the sauce, and continue to cook for another 1-2 minutes.
Step 9
9. Almost done! Turn off the heat and sprinkle a pinch of sesame seeds for added nuttiness and aroma. Mix well, and your delicious Sausage and Vegetable Stir-Fry is ready! Serve it over warm rice for a delightful meal.
