Where to buy it
- Asian grocery store
- Korean online shop
- Some large supermarkets with a broad Asian food section
Spicy Korean fermented paste
Where to buy gochujang and how to use it
koreanische Chilipaste
Gochujang is a Korean chili paste with heat, sweetness, and fermented depth. It is one of the most useful Korean pantry ingredients for quick sauces, marinades, and stews.
At a glance
- Buy: Asian grocery store, Korean online shop
- Use for: Bibimbap sauce, Tteokbokki, Jeyuk bokkeum
- Tip: Start with mild or medium heat if you are new to it.
What is this ingredient?
There are also many variations of gochujang (Korean chili paste), such as mild or spicy. The gochujang sold in Germany is usually the mild version, intended for export to Europe. There are several brands of gochujang, but in Korea, "Haechandle" and "Chung Jung One" are particularly well-known. These brands are also easy to find at Go Asia or on Amazon
How to use it
- Bibimbap sauce
- Tteokbokki
- Jeyuk bokkeum
- Marinades
- Chogochujang
- Vegetable and rice bowl sauces
What to check
- Start with mild or medium heat if you are new to it.
- Keep it well sealed in the fridge after opening.
- Balance it with water, vinegar, sugar, or sesame oil when making sauces.
Can you substitute it?
Gochujang is difficult to replace exactly. For a quick workaround, mix miso paste with chili, sugar, and soy sauce, but the flavor will not be identical.
Recipes using this ingredient
Frequently asked questions
Where can I buy Gochujang?
You can usually find Gochujang in Asian grocery stores, Korean online shops, or larger supermarkets with a good Asian food section.
How do I use Gochujang?
Bibimbap sauce, Tteokbokki, Jeyuk bokkeum, Marinades, Chogochujang, Vegetable and rice bowl sauces
Can I substitute Gochujang?
Gochujang is difficult to replace exactly. For a quick workaround, mix miso paste with chili, sugar, and soy sauce, but the flavor will not be identical.
How should I store Gochujang?
Always follow the package instructions. Many Korean pastes and opened products keep best sealed in the fridge.