Substitute for Gochujang

Korean fermented chili paste; sweet, spicy, funky.

  1. 1
    Miso + chili paste + honey1 tbsp miso + 1 tsp chili paste + 1 tsp honey
    Best

    Approximates the fermented sweetness.

    Korean cooking
  2. 2
    Sriracha + miso1 tbsp sriracha + 1 tsp miso

    Thinner and less deep; works in marinades.

    marinades
  3. 3
    Thai chili paste + brown sugar1 tbsp paste + 1 tsp sugar

    Missing fermented funk.

    stir-fries

Recipes that use gochujang

Gochujang Cauliflower Bites

Gochujang Cauliflower Bites

22 min 400°F 180 cal
Air Fryer Gochujang Chicken Wings

Air Fryer Gochujang Chicken Wings

22 min 380°F 360 cal

Other condiments & sauces swaps

Soy SauceWorcestershire SauceFish SauceOyster SauceHoisin SauceSrirachaMayonnaiseKetchupMustard (Dijon)Yellow MustardBBQ SauceTeriyaki Sauce

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