Nongshim Coarsely Ground Chili Pepper Gochugaru 454 g
Nongshim Coarsely Ground Chili Pepper Gochugaru 454 g
Coarse Korean chilli flakes with a clean, medium heat and warm pepper aroma—ideal for kimchi, stews, marinades, and finishing dishes. More
Coarse Korean chilli flakes with a clean, medium heat and warm pepper aroma—ideal for kimchi, stews, marinades, and finishing dishes. More
✨ Coarsely Ground Gochugaru for Balanced, Medium Heat 🌶️
This coarsely ground gochugaru (Korean chili pepper flakes) brings a clean, medium heat with a warm pepper aroma and a slightly smoky, rounded chili character. The larger grind makes it easy to control spice levels while still giving dishes that signature red color and gentle bite.
Use it anywhere you want chili flavor without overwhelming heat—stir it into marinades, mix into sauces, or sprinkle at the end for a fresher pepper finish. It’s a reliable pantry staple for everyday Korean-inspired cooking and beyond.
✅ Key features
- Medium-hot profile that adds warmth without dominating other flavors
- Coarse grind is easy to measure and adjust—great for both cooking and finishing
- Adds vibrant red color and chili aroma to sauces, stews, and rubs
- Works well in oil-based mixes (like chili oil starters) because the flakes infuse gradually
- A versatile alternative to very fine chili powder when you want texture as well as heat
🍽️ How to use
- Season kimchi-style cucumber or radish salads by mixing gochugaru with garlic, vinegar, and a little sugar
- Add to stews and soups (kimchi jjigae-style, ramen upgrades, tofu soup) for color and steady heat
- Make a quick marinade for pork, chicken, or mushrooms with soy sauce, sesame oil, and gochugaru
- Stir into mayo or yogurt for a spicy dip, sandwich spread, or burger sauce
- Bloom briefly in warm oil with garlic/ginger to build a fragrant base for stir-fries
👩🍳 Try our original recipes
- Black Pepper Stir-Fry (Quick Wok Dinner)
This black pepper stir-fry is all about bold aroma, a glossy savory sauce, and crisp-tender vegetables—ready in about 25 minutes. - Oven-Roasted Pork Neck: Juicy Inside, Crisp Crust, Effortless Method
Pork neck (also sold as pork collar) is naturally marbled, which makes it one of the most forgiving cuts for oven roasting.
🧾 Nutrition facts
Energy (kJ): 1257 kJ
Energy (kcal): 300 kcal
Fat: 10 g – of which saturates: 1.7 g
Carbohydrates: 53 g – of which sugars: 10 g
Protein: 0 g
Salt: 0 g
✨ Final touch
Did you know gochugaru is often used not only for heat, but also to give Korean dishes their distinctive red color and peppery aroma?
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