Gochugaru
Gochugaru are sun-dried Korean chili flakes, typically made from a specific variety of red chili pepper called Cheongyang or Taeyang. They are a foundational ingredient in Korean cuisine, providing a vibrant red color and a complex flavor profile that is spicy, slightly sweet, and smoky.
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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Gochugaru is very low in calories, carbohydrates, fat, and protein, as it is primarily used as a seasoning. Its key nutritional contribution is a significant amount of vitamins A and C, along with capsaicin, the compound responsible for its heat.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 18 kcal |
| Protein | 0.6 g |
| Carbs | 3.2 g |
| Fat | 0.3 g |
| Fiber | 1.4 g |
| Sugar | 1.5 g |
| Sodium | 2 mg |
| Vitamin A | 2000 IU (400 mcg RAE) |
| Vitamin C | 4 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin E | 0.8 mg |
| Vitamin K | 6 mcg |
| Potassium | 110 mg |
| Iron | 0.5 mg |
| Magnesium | 8 mg |
Per 1 tablespoon (6 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Unlike many other chili products, gochugaru is traditionally sun-dried, which imparts a unique, fruity sweetness that balances its heat. It is the essential ingredient that gives iconic Korean dishes like kimchi and tteokbokki their characteristic color and depth of flavor.
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