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When you want authentic Korean chile character without overwhelming a dish with extreme heat, The Spice Lab Korean Red Chili Pepper Flakes (Gochugaru) deliver a balanced combination of warm fruitiness, subtle sweetness, gentle sharpness and moderate heat.
Made from dried red chile peppers ground into irregular, coarse flakes, gochugaru is a staple for kimchi, bulgogi and tteokbokki. Choose the French Jar for everyday cooking or the 1 Pound Resealable Bag for restaurants, food trucks, caterers, BBQ vendors and other high-volume kitchens.
Why You'll Love It- Warm, Fruity Chile Flavor: Adds rich pepper character with subtle sweetness and gentle sharpness.
- Moderate Heat: Brings approachable chile warmth without overpowering the other ingredients.
- Coarse Flake Texture: Dried red chile peppers are ground into irregular flakes for the characteristic gochugaru format.
- Vibrant Orange-Red Color: Adds appealing color along with chile flavor.
- Korean Cooking Staple: Ideal for kimchi, bulgogi and tteokbokki.
- Versatile Beyond Korean Dishes: Use in marinades, sauces, soups, stews and stir-fries.
- Foodservice Size Available: The 1 lb resealable bag provides a practical option for commercial kitchens and high-volume cooking.
- Kimchi
- Bulgogi
- Tteokbokki
- Marinades
- Sauces
- Soups and stews
- Stir-fries
- Grilled and roasted dishes that need moderate chile warmth
| Size | SKU | Best For |
| French Jar | 5207-4J | Home kitchens and everyday cooking |
| 1 Pound Resealable Bag | 5207-1Lb-Bag | Bulk foodservice, restaurants, food trucks, catering and high-volume kitchens |
| Product | Korean Red Chili Pepper Flakes |
| Also Known As | Gochugaru |
| Form | Irregular, coarse flakes |
| Flavor | Warm, fruity, subtly sweet and gently sharp |
| Heat Level | Moderate |
| Color | Vibrant orange-red |
| Made From | Dried red chile peppers |
| Available Formats | French Jar and 1 lb resealable bag |
Gochugaru is useful when a recipe needs more than straightforward heat. Its fruity chile character, subtle sweetness and moderate warmth add depth while allowing the other flavors in a recipe to remain noticeable.
Keep it on hand for Korean favorites including homemade kimchi, bulgogi and tteokbokki, then reach for it when sauces, marinades, soups, stews and stir-fries need a balanced red chile component.
Bulk Gochugaru for Restaurants, Food Trucks and FoodserviceThe 1 Pound Resealable Bag makes this Korean red chili pepper a practical bulk foodservice spice for kitchens that use gochugaru regularly. It is well suited to Korean restaurants, food trucks, caterers, meal-prep operations and other commercial kitchens preparing marinades, sauces, soups, stews and Korean-inspired dishes in larger quantities.
BBQ restaurants, mobile food vendors and small BBQ operators can also use the bulk size when developing Korean-inspired sauces, marinades and menu specials that call for moderate chile heat and fruity pepper flavor.
Who's This For?- Home cooks exploring Korean cuisine
- Anyone making homemade kimchi, bulgogi or tteokbokki
- Cooks who want moderate heat with noticeable chile flavor
- Korean restaurants and other commercial kitchens
- Food trucks and mobile food vendors
- Caterers and high-volume meal-prep kitchens
- BBQ restaurants and vendors creating Korean-inspired sauces, marinades or specials
- Use gochugaru when you want chile flavor and moderate warmth rather than extreme heat.
- Mix it thoroughly into marinades and sauces to distribute the coarse flakes throughout the recipe.
- Add it to soups and stews for chile warmth and vibrant orange-red color.
- For commercial kitchens using gochugaru frequently, choose the 1 lb resealable bag for a foodservice-friendly supply.
- Adjust the amount according to the recipe and your preferred heat level.
What is gochugaru?
Gochugaru is Korean red chili pepper. This product is made from dried red chile peppers ground into irregular, coarse flakes and provides warm, fruity flavor with moderate heat.
How hot are Korean Red Chili Pepper Flakes?
These gochugaru flakes are described as having moderate heat with gentle sharpness. A specific Scoville rating is not provided.
Can I use this gochugaru for kimchi?
Yes. Gochugaru is a staple in Korean cooking and is essential for preparing kimchi.
What else can I make with gochugaru?
Use it for bulgogi and tteokbokki or incorporate it into marinades, sauces, soups, stews and stir-fries.
What does gochugaru taste like?
It has a warm, fruity chile flavor with subtle sweetness, gentle sharpness and moderate heat.
Are these Korean chili flakes coarse or finely ground?
They are irregular, coarse flakes made from dried red chile peppers.
Is bulk gochugaru available for restaurants and food trucks?
Yes. A 1 Pound Resealable Bag is available, making it a convenient bulk foodservice option for restaurants, food trucks, caterers, BBQ vendors and other high-volume kitchens.
What sizes are available?
Korean Red Chili Pepper Flakes (Gochugaru) are available in a French Jar and a 1 Pound Resealable Bag.
Ingredients
Ingredients: Please refer to the product packaging for the complete and current ingredient statement.
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