Fine Red pepper flakes are made from dried red peppers called 홍고추. When added to dishes they blend into the dish and give a deep red color. Do not add too much or the flavor and consistency can be affected….
Coarse Red Pepper Flakes 굵은고춧가루 (gul-geun-go-chut-kka-ru)
Coarse Red pepper flakes are made from dried red peppers called 홍고추. When added to dishes they give a red pepper flake look and have a clean flavor. Red pepper flakes are finicky so store them in the freezer or…
Mustard Paste 겨자페이스트 (gyo-ja pei-seu-teu)
Mustard paste is a spicy and creamy paste. It is often used in Korean Chinese cuisine like fresh dishes, cold noodles, or fried foods. Store this paste in the fridge after opening.
Vinegar Red Pepper Paste 초고추장/초장 (cho-go-chu-jang/cho-jang)
Vinegar red pepper paste is a sour and spicy red pepper fermented paste. You can make it by adding vinegar to red pepper paste (고추장). It pairs well with raw fish or as a dipping sauce for vegetables. Make sure…
Black Bean Paste 춘장 (chun-jang)
Black bean paste is a dark brown/black fermented paste made from soybeans that are colored and seasoned. It has a savory, salty, and slightly sweet flavor. Store this paste in the fridge after opening. Before using this paste you can…
Ssamjang 쌈장 (ssam-jang)
Ssamjang is made from a mix of soybean paste (된장) and red pepper paste (고추장). It has a savory and mildly spicy flavor. It is often used as a dipping sauce/paste for vegetables or with Korean BBQ. Once opened make…
