{"product_id":"korean-gochugaru-seasoning","title":"Korean Gochugaru Seasoning","description":"\u003cp\u003eGochugaru gives Korean cooking its distinctive red colour, aromatic chilli character and a warmth that builds gently on the palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eSpice Zen's Korean Gochugaru Seasoning takes this Korean pantry essential further, layering signature gochugaru with garlic, ginger and toasted sesame for smooth savoury depth, subtle nutty richness and a beautifully textured finish. Coarsely blended with visible chilli and sesame, this versatile salt-free seasoning is made for Korean barbecue, marinades, sauces, noodles, vegetables and rice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse it straight from the jar or combine it with rice and fermented soybean paste to create a rich, quick gochujang-style paste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlavour \u0026amp; Aroma Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mild to medium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mellow, building chilli warmth with savoury garlic and ginger, rounded by sweet paprika and roasted sesame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fragrant chilli with warm garlic, ginger and freshly toasted sesame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Coarse and textural, with visible gochugaru and toasted sesame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eHow to Use\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeason or marinate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start with \u003cstrong\u003e1 tablespoon per 500 g\u003c\/strong\u003e chicken, tofu or vegetables and adjust to taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sprinkle \u003cstrong\u003e½–1 teaspoon per serve\u003c\/strong\u003e over rice, noodles, eggs and vegetables.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSauces \u0026amp; marinades:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mix with tamari or soy sauce, rice vinegar and honey or your preferred sweetness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGochujang-style paste:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mix with cooked rice or rice flour, miso or doenjang and a little sweetness for a thick Korean chilli paste.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoups \u0026amp; stews:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add gradually to Korean-style broths and stews according to the heat and colour you prefer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKimchi and quick kimchi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKorean BBQ and grilled meats\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBibimbap and rice bowls\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTofu, mushrooms and roasted vegetables\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNoodles, ramen and stir‑fries\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarinades, dressings and dipping sauces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGochujang‑style paste\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eEveryday cooking needing medium heat and sesame richness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKorean Culinary Heritage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGochugaru is one of the defining ingredients of Korean cooking. The dried red chilli is used across kimchi, soups, stews, marinades and seasoning pastes, valued for both its vivid colour and distinctive chilli character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is also a central ingredient in \u003cstrong\u003egochujang\u003c\/strong\u003e, Korea's traditional fermented chilli paste. Traditional gochujang combines gochugaru with rice, fermented soybean or meju and salt, then develops its complex savoury character through fermentation. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGood to Know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it hot or spicy?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eMild to medium warmth, enough to give dishes a gentle Korean heat without overpowering them.  Start lightly and build according to taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this pure gochugaru?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Gochugaru is the foundation, while garlic, ginger and toasted sesame turn it into a versatile Korean seasoning ready for cooking, marinating or finishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes gochugaru different from regular chilli flakes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGochugaru has a naturally fruity, sun‑dried chilli flavour with vibrant colour and a smooth, rounded heat. It’s the signature Korean chilli used in kimchi, barbecue and sauces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs gochugaru the same as gochujang?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Gochugaru is dried Korean chilli. Gochujang is a thick fermented paste traditionally made with gochugaru, rice, fermented soybean\/meju and salt. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I make gochujang with this seasoning?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, you can make an excellent \u003cstrong\u003equick non fermented gochujang-style paste\u003c\/strong\u003e. Add cooked rice or glutinous rice flour for body and miso or Korean doenjang for fermented soybean depth. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it contain onion, salt, sugar, preservatives or MSG?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, just clean certified organic ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it vegan and gluten‑free?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, ACO certified organic, vegan, gluten‑free and Coeliac Australia endorsed. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003ePresentation \u0026amp; Storage\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eACO certified organic and gluten free endorsed by Coeliac Australia. Handcrafted in small batches and packed in a recyclable amber glass jar in our gluten-free Sydney facility using certified organic ingredients. 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