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Gochujang
Korean hot red pepper paste with sun-dried red chillies
Gochujang by Ajumna Republic provides 223 kcal per 100 g, with 23 g of sugars and 6 g of protein. That is 167% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Condiment pastes category and comes in a 500g pack. Contains: gluten, mustard, soybeans.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 223 kcal | 193 +15% |
| Total fat | 1.5 g | 11.1 −86% |
| Saturated fat | 0.3 g | 1.3 −76% |
| Carbohydrates | 46 g | 19.7 +133% |
| Total sugars | 23 g | 8.6 +167% |
| Added sugars | 31 g | 10.3 +200% |
| Protein | 6 g | 3.7 +61% |
| Salt | 6.8 g | 7.8 −13% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 6 Condiment pastes products on Foodmetria.
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Ingredients
WHEAT FLOUR, CORN SYRUP, SEASONING MIX (CHILLI POWDER 6,12%, WATER, SALT, GARLIC, ONION 0,31%), WATER, SALT, CHILLI POWDER 3,88%, ALCOHOL, HYDROLYSED WHEAT PROTEIN, GLUTEN. THIS PRODUCT MAY CONTAIN TRACES OF THE FOLLOWING ALLERGENS: BARLEY, SOYBEANS AND MUSTARD.
- Allergens
- GlutenMustardSoybeans
- May contain traces
- GlutenMustardSoybeans
Product details
- Quantity
- 500g
- Labels & certifications
- Triman
- Sold in
- Croatia
- Barcode
- 8801791500487
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Gochujang?
Gochujang contains 223 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Gochujang?
Gochujang has 23 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high 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 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
What allergens does Gochujang contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gluten, Mustard, Soybeans. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated August 15, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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