In Korean cuisine, gochujang is an essential ingredient used a very a lot of variety of recipes and gives everything a huge flavor boost with with its complex flavors of umami, sweetness and a bit of spiciness.
That being said, this recipe list will show you different ways you can use gochujang in your cooking, and it's not just limited to Korean food, so it's a very versatile ingredient!
What is Gochujang?
Gochujang is a fermented chili paste made from red chili powder, glutinous rice, fermented soybeans (meju), and salt, along with other ingredients such as sweeteners and sometimes garlic.
This paste is traditionally fermented in earthenware pots called onggi, which allows the mixture to develop its distinct umami-rich taste over time. The fermentation process can take several months to years, during which the flavors intensify and mature.
It's a versatile condiment that adds depth, a hint of sweetness and spiciness to a wide range of dishes, from traditional Korean stews and marinades to modern fusion recipes!
Spicy Korean Pork Bulgogi
An easy Spicy Korean Pork Bulgogi recipe made with thin slices of pork belly and a sweet gochujang sauce that can be served with a side of rice, wrapped in a lettuce or used in tacos!
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Tteokbokki (Korean Spicy Rice Cakes)
Whether you are having it as a comfort food or a snack, here is a 20 minute quick and easy delicious tteokbokki recipe made with Korean chewy rice cakes cooked in a sweet and spicy gochujang sauce that can be enjoyed all year round.
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Kimchi Fried Rice with Spam
A delicious and easy, 30 minute kimchi fried rice recipe (Kimchi Bokkeumbap) made with kimchi, gochujang paste, spam, and rice and served with a fried egg on top
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Sweet and Spicy Pineapple Salsa
A sweet and spicy pineapple salsa recipe made with pineapples, tomatoes and gochujang paste. Easy to make and ready in 15 minutes.
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Sweet and Smoky Pineapple Chipotle Chili
This hearty, sweet and smoky pineapple chipotle chili has a bit of a kick to it and has two ingredients that I love to use to give it a more robust and heartier flavor, gochujang and cocoa powder.
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Homemade Furikake Seasoning
This homemade spicy furikake seasoning recipe is made with miso and gochujang powder, fried garlic, bonito flakes, toasted sesame seeds, and nori seaweed.
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Rabokki (Korean Ramen and Tteokbokki)
This rabokki recipe features instant ramen noodles and chewy rice cakes, all coated in the most delicious sweet and spicy sauce. It’s packed with flavor in each bite and is very easy to make at home. It’s the ultimate quick and delicious comfort food meal for busy weeknights!
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Korean Fire Chicken (Cheese Buldak)
This fire chicken features chunky, juicy chicken smothered in a gochujang chili sauce with chewy rice cakes and melty cheese. It’s extremely easy to put together and takes no time to make. If you’re looking for a quick one-pan dinner recipe, look no further!
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Korean Army Stew (Budae Jjigae)
Budae Jjigae is also called Korean army stew. Its rich spicy broth is made with gochujang paste, aromatics, ground meat, and noodles, topped with sausage, veggies and runny egg yolks. It’s an easy one-pot meal that requires very little prep and is fast to make.
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Bacon Kimchi Fried Udon
Super quick and easy bacon kimchi fried udon that uses less than 10 ingredients to create a satisfying meal that’s loaded with flavor. The thick, chewy udon is stir fried with crispy bacon and tender kale, brought together with a spicy gochujang sauce. It’s a perfect one-pan meal for any time of day!
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Kimchi Pizza
This homemade easy kimchi pizza recipe takes your favorite comfort food to a whole new level with a rich and spicy gochujang sauce you’ll crave!
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Kabocha Pork Stir-Fry
Kabocha Pork Stir Fry is a simple yet satisfying dish you’ll enjoy when kabocha is in season. It’s a one-pan wonder for a weeknight dinner, and has a touch of gochujang in the sauce!
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Korean Fried Popcorn Turkey Nuggets
A simple and easy recipe for crispy bite-sized popcorn turkey nuggets tossed in a spicy, sweet, and sticky gochujang sauce! Great as a snack or appetizer.
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Sweet and Spicy BBQ Chicken Wings
This Sweet and Spicy BBQ Chicken Wings recipe will be a hit for any backyard cookout or Sunday grill. The secret to this marinade is gochujang, the fermented Korean chili paste. Make extra, because these wings are finger-licking good!
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Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) Sauce
Yakiniku Sauce is a sweet and savory Japanese BBQ sauce that is perfect for dipping thin slices of well-marbled beef short ribs and other grilled delicacies.
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Spicy Korean Gochujang Mayo
This Korean dipping sauce is the perfect addition to your table. Gochujang Mayo, a blend of spicy and umami flavors, complements fries, noodles, burgers, sandwiches, wraps, and tacos and rice dishes beautifully.
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Creamy Gochujang Pasta
Indulge in a deliciously creamy pasta dish, packed with Asian umami flavors. Picture this: perfectly cooked pasta, a kick of spice, a hint of sweetness, and that creamy Gochujang sauce.
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