Gochujang Sauce: Water
What is Gochujang Sauce: Water?
Gochujang is a fermented Korean chili paste. It is made from gochugaru (Korean chili powder), glutinous rice, fermented soybeans, and salt. The mixture is fermented for several months, developing its characteristic deep red color and complex savory, spicy, and slightly sweet flavor.
Is Gochujang Sauce: Water vegan?
Gochujang Sauce: Water is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Gochujang Sauce: Water gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Gochujang Sauce: Water a major allergen?
Water is not a major allergen.
What is Gochujang Sauce: Water used for?
Manufacturers use gochujang as a key ingredient to add a spicy, savory, and slightly sweet flavor profile to a wide variety of dishes.
Is Gochujang Sauce: Water safe?
Water is essential for life and is regulated by the FDA as a food ingredient.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use gochujang as a key ingredient to add a spicy, savory, and slightly sweet flavor profile to a wide variety of dishes. It is commonly found in Korean cuisine, used in marinades, dipping sauces, stews, and stir-fries.
Health notes
Water is essential for life and is regulated by the FDA as a food ingredient. It is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) when used in food. The World Health Organization (WHO) also recognizes water as essential for health. Excessive intake of water can lead to hyponatremia, a dangerous condition where sodium levels in the blood become too low, but this is rare and typically associated with extreme circumstances.
Allergen info
Water is not a major allergen. It does not contain gluten.
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