gochujang substitutes

7 substitutes · avg score 9.0

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01

Sriracha

10.0
1 tsp : 1 tsp

Garlic-forward liquid chili sauce; add miso paste and brown sugar for gochujang-like complexity

02

Sambal Oelek

10.0
1 tsp : 1 tsp

Pure ground chili with no sweetness; add brown sugar and miso for gochujang's fermented depth

03

Harissa

10.0
1 tsp : 1 tsp

Chili paste with different spice profile

04

Curry Paste

10.0
1 tbsp : 1 tbsp

Spicy fermented paste; add cumin, coriander, and turmeric for curry-like flavor

05

Miso

10.0
1 tbsp : 1 tbsp

Mix with cayenne and honey for similar paste

06

Chili Powder

10.0
1 tsp : 1/2 tsp

Warm chili-cumin-oregano blend; drier and less fermented than gochujang, use as dry rub base

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