The vibrant red spice known as gochugaru is a blend of red pepper flakes widely used in Korean cooking. Taste: Spicy, smoky Most Popular Use: kimchi, sauces An essential ingredient in Korean cuisine, gochugaru (or kochukaru) is a coarsely ground red pepper with a texture between flakes and powder. Traditionally, gochugaru is made from sun-dried chile peppers, and versions that are prepared in this manner are still considered the best tasting. The flavor is hot, sweet, and slightly smoky.
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