Gochujang Recipes: 24 Ways To Enjoy This Korean Chili Paste (2024)

Have you ever tried Gochujang? It's athick, sweet, and spicy Korean chili paste used in marinades, sauces, stews, soups, salads... Everywhere! Check out the 24 amazing Gochujang recipes I've collected for you for even more ideas on using this spicy Asian goodness!

I love my blog. I freaking ADORE it. Without this little food journal of mine I would have never tried some things I do now. For example, Gochujang. This Korean chili paste made from red chili, glutinous rice, fermented soybeans, and salt is nowhere tofind in my country so, most probably, it wouldhave never gotten on my radar if not for the blog. I spotted it on some Asian food blog (sorry I can't remember it now) a few months ago and firmly decided to try it someday.

Traditionally, Gochujang is naturally fermented inearthen pots called Hangari or Onggi outdoors for about half a year until it's ready. It's usually made in winter to avoidhot and rainy summer which can ruin the process. Gochujang needs a dry and sunny place to ferment properly.

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What about the taste? Gochujangis sweet, spicy, and pungent. The texture is thick and sticky. I don't know if I am the best person to describe the heat level (not too much of a fan of spicy food) but it's really hot to my liking. Actually,spiciness can vary from brand to brand.

Gochujang is a truestaple of Korean cuisine and I can understand why - it's super versatile. Add it to sauces, marinades, use in soups and stews, or even spice up your salads. Such iconic dishes as bibimbap and tteokbokki (stir-fried rice cakes) are hard to imagine without it. Gochujang isgreat anywhere!

Lately, this Asian specialty has been making its wayoutside of Korea and getting more and more popular in other countries too. If you will decide to give it a try and get yourself a bottle of this spicy goodness, check out this list of 24 ridiculously addictive gochujang recipes packed with creative ideas from other food bloggers!

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1. Slow Cooker Korean Pork Bulgogi with Gochujang

Easy Slow Cooker Korean Pork Bulgogi recipe that can be made in a crockpot and has spicy gochujang in it's marinade. Healthy, yummy stew that's perfect over rice for dinner!

Recipe by:My Food Story

2. Baked Korean Gochujang Chicken Wings

These Korean-style chicken wings are bakedso there’s less mess cooking them and they’re a little bit healthier.The marinadeismade with gochujang, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, garlic, onion and ginger!

Recipe by:Jeanettes Healthy Living

3. Sweet & Smoky Pineapple Chipotle Chili

Thishearty, sweet and smoky pineapple chipotle chili has a bit of a kick to it and has 2 secret ingredients that gives it a full-bodied more rounded and nuttier flavour. Can you guess what it is?

Recipe by:Pups With Chopsticks

4. Gochujang Tuna-Melt Onigiri

5. Korean Style Popcorn Chicken

It's a type of Korean fried chicken! It's crunchy and coated with sticky, sweet, tangy and spicy sauce! A perfect crowd pleaser!

Recipe by:My Korean Kitchen

6. Cheater’s Spicy Miso Ramen

This quick, umami-rich ramen is made easy and flavorful with a combination of savory white miso paste and spicy gochujang. This is a great way to use up any random veggies in your crisper drawer!

Recipe by:Hungry Girl por Vida

7. Spicy Korean Chicken

Spicy Korean Chicken – amazing and super yummy chicken with spicy Korean marinade. So easy to make, cheaper, and better than takeout.

Recipe by:Rasa Malaysia

8. Gochujang Meatballs

Meatballs, who doesn’t love them? Especially if they are super juicy, packed with flavor, seared to get that crunchy outside but juicy inside, and then the whole thing is dunk in sweet and spicy gochujang cranberry sauce!

Recipe by:Daily Cooking Quest

9. White Bean Burger With Sesame Ginger Slaw + Gochujang Yogurt Spread

This White Bean Burger With Sesame Ginger Slaw + Gochujang Yogurt Spread offers up a ton of flavor and, best of all, it doesn't fall apart when you bite into it.

Recipe by:Killing Thyme

10. Rice Wraps w/ Sweet & Spicy Sauce

These rice wraps are packed with avocado, rice noodles, red bell pepper, lettuce, carrots, cucumber, and served with a fantastic Gochujang-based Korean dipping sauce!

Recipe by:Parsley Vegan

11. Korean Baked Gochujang Chicken Wings

Spicy, crispy, full of umami and insanely addictive Korean baked gochujang chicken wings. You'll never go back to having wings any other way!

Recipe by:My Food Story

12. Spicy cheesy Gochujang Spaghetti

Drool-worthy Gochujang and cheese flavored spaghetti with the addition of pork and mushrooms!

Recipe by:Lady And Pups

13. Kimchi Ramen

Spicy Korean ramen with kimchi, mushroom and poached egg. Easy kimchi ramen recipe that takes only 15 mins to make!

Recipe by:Rasa Malaysia

14. Gochujang Roasted Delicata Squash, a Korean-inspired Delight

It would be lovely alongside just about any protein. For vegetarians, it would be delightful tossed with some crispy cubes of tofu; for omnivores, it would be lovely alongside pan-seared chicken or pork.Perfection!

Recipe by: Blossom To Stem

15. Kimchi Fried Rice

This kimchi fried rice is the perfect weeknight meal—easy to make and ready in just 20 minutes. Top it with fried eggs for something extra!

Recipe by:Healthy Nibbles and Bits

16. Kimchi Stuffed Baked Sweet Potatoes

These Korean inspired Kimchi Stuffed Baked Sweet Potatoes are topped with kimchi, edamame, greens and a gochujang aioli for a quick dinner recipe!

Recipe by:Bourbon And Honey

17. Gochujang Pulled Pork Korean Pizza With Kimchi Dipping Sauce

Gochujang Pulled Pork Korean Pizza is a remake of the classic ham and pineapple pizza and WAY BETTER than the original. It's served with an easy to make kimchi dipping sauce and is crazy delicious!

Recipe by:The Endless Meal

18. Crispy Korean Tofu Noodle Bowls

These these sweet and spicy Korean tofu noodle bowls couldn’t be easier to whip up, or more delicious! Dress some soba noodles and crispy pan-fried tofu cubes in gochujang sauce, serve it up with pineapple chunks and kimchi, then dig in!

Recipe by:Connoisseurus Veg

19. Spicy Korean Chicken Burrito

Make your own flavor-packed spicy Korean chicken burrito at home! Tasty and easy to make to satisfy those Korilla cravings!

Recipe by:Kimchi Chick

20. Ojingeo Gui (Spicy Grilled Squid)

Tender squids (calamari) marinated in a gochujang sauce and quickly grilled!

Recipe by:Korean Bapsang

21. Dakdoritang | Spicy Korean Chicken & Potato Stew

Spicy Korean chicken & potato stew, or dakdoritang, has the perfect balance of sweet and spicy from the use of gochujang and sugar in the broth.

Recipe by:The Cook Report

22. Korean Style Fried Shrimp Rice Bowls with Kimchi + Crunchy Noodles

So much flavor, so much color, so perfect for spring.They are healthy and fun!

Recipe by:Half Baked Harvest

23. Gochujang Sweet Spicy Korean Chicken

This Korean chicken recipe is very flavorful and easy to make!

Recipe by:Posh Journal

24. Korean Fried Chicken Tenders

Double-dipped buttermilk Korean fried chicken tenders.with Gochujang dipping sauce!

Recipe by:The Woks Of Life
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Gochujang Recipes: 24 Ways To Enjoy This Korean Chili Paste (2024)

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What can I do with gochujang paste? ›

No judgement here! Try it as a baste on chicken wings or pork ribs, or added to soup broths like in my Spicy Pork Miso Noodle Soup. Gochujang can also be used in marinades for meat dishes like Korean bulgogi, stirred into dipping sauces, or used to punch up stews.

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How do Koreans use gochujang? ›

This spicy paste is salty, savory and slightly sweet, and can be used in many ways including in soups, stews, marinades and sauces. Traditional Korean dishes that include gochujang are bibimbap, a mixed rice dish, tteokbokki, a spicy rice cake street food, and Jeyuk Bokkeum, a spicy marinated pork stir-fry.

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What can you do with chili paste? ›

Stir chile paste directly into yogurt, sour cream, tahini, or mayonnaise for a quick chilled sauce. Mix with a little olive or good-quality vegetable oil and brush on fish, chicken, meat, vegetables, or tofu as they come off the grill. Stir a little into nut pastes for a spicy spread for toasted bread.

Is gochujang paste very hot? ›

Sure, gochujang has heat – depending on the brand, it can be extraordinarily spicy – but it also has a salty, almost meaty depth and a slight sweetness. In other words, it's not a one-note hot sauce that you add to a dish after the fact. If you want to see Korean chefs bristle, tout gochujang as the "next Sriracha".

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Can I put gochujang in ramen? ›

You can add spicy ingredients like Gochujang paste, red pepper/chili flakes, or hot sauce, and then mix it into your cooked noodles for a fiery kick. Just be aware of how it might change the texture of your ramen noodles. For instance, red pepper flakes or chilli powder won't usually change the textures of dishes.

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Can you eat gochujang by itself? ›

It's safe to eat gochujang paste raw, but I don't recommend it. The flavor is very strong and is best when combined with other ingredients to make a pourable sauce.

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Should you refrigerate gochujang? ›

Like miso, another fermented product, gochujang needs to be sealed and refrigerated after opening the package.

How do I incorporate gochujang? ›

Gochujang works best in sauces and marinades that get slathered over meats, like these grilled pork belly kebabs. We mix it with soy sauce and sake to round out the flavor and add complexity. You'll want to toss the pork with the marinade and let it sit for about an hour before skewering.

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What is the difference between gochujang sauce and gochujang paste? ›

In its truest form, gochujang is sold as a thick paste, often in plastic tubs and glass jars, and ready for cooking. The kind labeled a sauce or condiment is the same paste, thinned out with other ingredients such as sugar and vinegar.

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What is a famous Korean chili paste? ›

Gochujang (Korean: 고추장; Korean pronunciation: [kotɕʰudʑɑŋ]) or red chili paste is a savory, sweet, and spicy fermented condiment popular in Korean cooking. It is made from gochu-garu (chili powder), glutinous rice, meju (fermented soybean) powder, yeotgireum (barley malt powder), and salt.

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What are the benefits of Korean chili paste? ›

Health Benefits of Gochujang

Gochujang contains the digestive enzymes amylase—which breaks down starches, and protease—which breaks down proteins. This makes Gochujang a great digestive aid, especially when consumed with other foods such as meat.

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Is it better to use tomato sauce or paste in chili? ›

The tomato paste adds color and rich flavor to our chili. Now we have our flavorful base, you are going to finish the chili with pureed tomatoes, beef broth (or chicken broth), and beans. Beans make this chili hearty — I like pinto beans or kidney beans.

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Is gochujang good for gut health? ›

Fermented soybeans in Gochujang makes it a great source of probiotics that can boost healthy gut microbiomes. Probiotics are live bacteria that are beneficial for digestion and overall gut health. However, it's important to note that Gochujang also contains chili peppers, which can be spicy.

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What is the shelf life of gochujang? ›

Gochujang has a long shelf life due to its fermentation process. Unopened gochujang can last for two years when stored in a cool, dark place like a pantry. Once opened, it should be stored in the refrigerator and can typically last for a year.

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Is gochujang hotter than sriracha? ›

It's like sriracha but has a deeper flavor profile with less vinegar and more sweetness. Gochujang is also less spicy than sriracha, so if you like sweet-spicy combinations then gochujang will be the perfect addition to your kitchen pantry.

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What is the purpose of Gochujang sauce? ›

While gochugaru provides heat and flavor, gochujang takes it a step further by combining those elements with a complex umami taste. Its versatility allows it to be used as a condiment, a marinade, a base for sauces, or even as a dip.

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Can I use Gochujang paste instead of sauce? ›

Anywhere a recipe calls for chili garlic sauce, you could experiment substituting gochujang for more complex flavor. One of the most famous uses of gochujang is in the delicious Korean rice and veggie bowl known as Bibimbap.

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Is gochujang similar to tomato paste? ›

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Gochujang and tomato paste, though they look similar, are not even remotely the same thing! Tomato paste is reduced tomato concentrate, while gochujang has no tomato in it and is a fermented chili paste.

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Are gochujang and hot pepper paste the same? ›

Gochujang is more of a paste than a sauce and it is both hot and sweet with a gorgeously fermented aftertaste. They are definitely not the same thing but each is delicious in its own way.

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