Korean Pepper Flakes (known as "gochugaru – ? or sometimes kochukaru" in Korean) are a central ingredient in Korean cuisine made from coarsely ground red pepper that have been dried in the sun (?). This vibrant red spice's uses go much beyond Kimchi and Kimchi Jjigae: the spice can be used in marinades, sauces dips to augment the taste of meat vegetables, tossed in salad dressings for an Asian flair, or sprinkled on pizzas and pastas to add a vibrant red colour and a delicious new layer of flavor. If you want to make your dishes spicier, simply add a bigger quantity of the Korean pepper flakes. You can extend the freshness of the pepper flakes by storing the spice in the freezer. Please note that crushed red pepper or cayenne are not great substitute for Korean hot pepper flakes. This quantity of Korean pepper flakes can make roughly 20-40lbs of Kimchi. Produced in China and packaged in KoreaRESEALABLE – can also be frozen to keep freshness longer. Coarse Korean Pepper powder – Mild level of heat – sun-dried. SPICE up your dishes and add a blend of hot, sweet, and slightly smoky flavors. PERFECT for making Kimchi, tteokbokki, kimchi jjigae, and bulgogi. VITAL to create the taste of authentic Korean dishes.