1. A spicy paste used in Korean cooking, made from red chili peppers, fermented soybeans, rice, and salt.
“My family is on a challenge to try one new food a week; this week it’s gochujang.”
“The special today is a spicy shrimp rice bowl with gochujang, cucumber, radishes, and carrots.”
“After I tried gochujang at the Korean restaurant, I bought a jar of the spicy condiment to keep at home.”
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Korean, mid-20th century
Gochujang might be a newer addition to American pantries, but this spicy red condiment has long been a staple of Korean cuisine. In Korean, “gochu” means “red pepper” and “jang” means “sauce.” …
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