A bold, sweet-and-spicy sauce perfect for fried chicken, wings, rice bowls, or anything that needs a kick of flavor.
We’re bringing the heat and the soul with this Korean-inspired sauce that gets a full Hola Island makeover. This rich, gochujang-based sauce is sticky, tangy, and just the right amount of sweet, with a deep, garlicky flavor and smoky undertones, thanks to our signature Hola Island spice blend.
Whether you’re tossing it on crispy fried chicken (like we did in the video here), spooning it over rice bowls, or using it as a dipping sauce, this is your new go-to for serious flavor.
🌶️ What You’ll Need:
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2 tbsp Gochujang paste – fermented chili paste with a deep, savory heat
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2 tbsp Ketchup – brings tang and balance
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2 tbsp Soy Sauce – for that salty umami punch
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1 tbsp Brown Sugar – adds sweetness and a hint of molasses
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1 tsp Toasted Sesame Oil – nutty and aromatic
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1 tsp Hola Island Caribbean Seasoning – the flavor anchor: garlicky, smoky, bold
🔥 Why It Works:
The base of this sauce is classic Korean — spicy gochujang, soy, and sesame. But what sets it apart is the addition of our Hola Island seasoning, packed with robust garlic and smoky achiote oil. It brings layers of warmth and depth that make every bite unforgettable.
This sauce isn’t just spicy. It’s soulful, rich, and completely craveable.
🥣 How to Make It:
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In a small saucepan over low heat, combine gochujang, ketchup, soy sauce, brown sugar, and sesame oil.
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Stir until smooth and gently warmed, don’t let it boil!
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Add Hola Island seasoning and mix well.
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Remove from heat and use immediately or store for later.
✨ Pro Tips:
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Add a splash of rice vinegar for extra tang.
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Crank up the heat with a pinch of chili flakes.
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Keep in the fridge for up to a week, it’s even better the next day!
💡 Serving Ideas:
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Toss with crispy fried chicken 🍗
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Drizzle over grain bowls, noodles, or roasted veggies
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Use as a dipping sauce for dumplings, fries, or wings
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Spoon onto burgers, wraps, or tacos for a sweet-spicy punch
This sauce is bold, balanced, and ready to level up whatever’s on your plate. It’s where Korean heat meets Caribbean soul, all tied together with our smoky, garlicky signature spice.
Grab your Hola Island seasoning here and taste the island in every drop.