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Gochujang is a Korean red chili paste that is spicy, savory, sweet, and fermented. It also contains glutinous rice, meju powder, yeotgireum, and salt. It is a staple in Korean cuisine and is used in stews, stir-fries, dipping sauces, soups, and as a marinade for meats. Gochujang has a thick, sticky texture and a concentrated, pungent flavor that is not just hot but also has a salty and meaty depth with a slight sweetness. The paste gets its sweetness from cooked glutinous rice, which is fermented with saccharifying enzymes. Gochujang is a great condiment to add umami flavor to dishes.
Gochugaru is a type of chili powder or chili flake used in Korean cuisine, especially in dishes like gochujang, kimchi, soups, and stews. It is made by drying red chili peppers in the sun and grinding them into flakes or powder. Gochugaru has a vibrant red color and a smoky, slightly fruity flavor, and is known for its complex taste profile of spicy and sweet. It is an essential ingredient in Korean cooking and is also often used as a seasoning in dishes around the world. Gochugaru is non-GMO, gluten-free, and can be certified Kosher. It can be substituted with other red pepper flakes or chili powders like paprika, Aleppo pepper flakes, or Kashmiri chili powder.
Buldak, meaning "fire chicken", is a Korean dish made of spicy barbecued chicken with a sauce made from gochugaru, gochujang, soy sauce, jocheong (rice syrup), garlic, and ginger. The dish is also available in instant noodle form, produced by Samyang Foods. The spiciest version of the instant noodle is the Buldak Bokkeum Myeon Mini with 12,000 Scoville units. The dish is commonly served with melted cheese and is a favorite among spicy-food enthusiasts.
