Korean seasonings pages

  1. Korean soup soy sauce (guk-ganjang))

    Soup soy sauce (Guk-ganjang)

    Soup soy sauce is a byproduct of making doenjang. Traditionally, Koreans make their own doenjang at home, so they always have soup soy sauce on hand. It’s very strong, fermented, salty, flavorful, and full of umami, so it’s perfect for flavoring and salting soups and side dishes (which is why it’s called “soup soy sauce,” or […]

  2. Meju blocks

    Making Korean meju in my apartment in New York City.

  3. gochujang

    Hot pepper paste (Gochujang)

    Making your own homemade gochujang is not difficult but it takes time, patience, and being in a good mood when starting if off so all goes well. You’ll also need a sunny spot for it to ferment for 2 or 3 months. Once you taste your homemade gochujang, you’ll become a Korean paste taste master and store bought will never be as good as what you can make. It improves every dish it’s used in!

  4. Hot pepper powder (Gochujangyong gochugaru)

    Hot pepper powder is made from finely ground dried hot peppers and is used to make Korean gochujang (hot pepper paste). It’ll give your gochujang a nice silky texture.