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Gochujang
Gochujang by Seoul provides 187 kcal per 100 g, with 20 g of sugars and 6.7 g of protein. That is 76% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 3 (processed food). It is listed in the Sauces category and comes in a 15.8 oz pack. Contains: gluten, soybeans.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 15 g
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 187 kcal | 28 kcal | 216 −13% | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 13.9 −100% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 2.3 −100% |
| Carbohydrates | 40 g | 6 g | 2% | 16.5 +142% |
| Total sugars | 20 g | 3 g | 11.3 +76% | |
| Added sugars | 6.7 g | 1 g | 2% | 7.8 −14% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 1.3 −100% |
| Protein | 6.7 g | 1 g | 2% | 2.2 +202% |
| Salt | 7.5 g | 1.1 g | 2.5 +203% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 2955 Sauces products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other sauces
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Paste, red pepper, raw sugar, mixed seasoning (red pepper, salt, garlic, onion), water, rice, wheat flour, salt, wheat grain, soybean, rice flour, ethyl alcohol, yeast extract, hydrolyzed vegetable protein, aspergillus oryzae, grapefruit seed extract. Contains: wheat, soy.
- Allergens
- GlutenSoybeans
Additives 1
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 15.8 oz
- Serving size
- 15 g
- Labels & certifications
- VegetarianNo GMOsVeganNon GMO project
- Sold in
- United States, world
- Barcode
- 0078487372316
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Gochujang?
Gochujang contains 187 kcal per 100 g and about 28 kcal per serving (15 g).
How much sugar is in Gochujang?
Gochujang has 20 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Gochujang healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of E (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 3 — processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Gochujang vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it appears to be vegan. Always check the package label.
What allergens does Gochujang contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gluten, Soybeans. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated June 18, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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