Item Tag: Flake

Korean Red Chili Pepper Flakes (Gochugaru) The Kkangpae of the chili world. Rough and ready. Gochugaru is a great substitute for crushed red pepper.   Gochugaru is an Asian ingredient made from red chile peppers that are dried and ground into coarse flakes. It is one of the most popular ingredients in Korean cooking, with a sweet, sharp taste and moderate heat. All Natural, Gluten-Free, Kosher Parve, Non-GMO   Gochugaru flakes are Korean red chili peppers that are dried in the sun. The dried peppers are then chopped to a size between flakes and powder. It’s often seen at Korean restaurants and is used as a condiment for nearly every food. Use Korean red chili peppers for homemade kimchi, or for flavoring tofu and eggs. Gochugaru flakes are both fruity and smoky, with a distinct medium heat. Recommended Applications Gochugaru Flakes are traditionally used in Korean cuisines such as kimchi, kimchichigae, or koatgetang. A great substitute for crushed red pepper, Gochugaru can also be added to vegetables or meats for an authentic Korean flair. Basic Preparation No preparation is required, ready to use as is. Ingredients Dried Chiles