A mound of Gochugaru - Korean Chili Flakes by Gneiss Spice rests on a white background. The tiny, crushed pieces present various shades of red, offering a textured look similar to the ingredients used in homemade kimchi.
A hand with chopsticks lifts homemade kimchi from an open glass jar, filled with fermented cabbage, Gneiss Spice's Gochugaru - Korean Chili Flakes, and vegetables, set against a light background.
A mound of Gochugaru - Korean Chili Flakes by Gneiss Spice rests on a white background. The tiny, crushed pieces present various shades of red, offering a textured look similar to the ingredients used in homemade kimchi.
A hand with chopsticks lifts homemade kimchi from an open glass jar, filled with fermented cabbage, Gneiss Spice's Gochugaru - Korean Chili Flakes, and vegetables, set against a light background.

Gochugaru - Korean Chili Flakes


$ 4.40
Minus Plus

Your secret to authentic Korean flavor.

Gochugaru, the essential Korean chili flakes, offers a mild heat with sweet, slightly smoky notes. Sun-dried and coarsely ground, it's perfect for making homemade kimchi and adds a unique depth to Korean sides, salads, and sauces. Whether you’re a kimchi enthusiast or just exploring Korean cuisine, these chili flakes are a must-have.

Are you interested in making homemade kimchi? We've watched too many kimchi recipe videos to count; Maangchiis our favorite teacher! Vegan? Try this recipe from So Vegan's Roxy Pope and Ben Pook.

Details: Organic-grown, non-GMO. Origin Mexico.

Zero-Waste Spice Refills Packaged in Compostable Packaging:

  • Small Refill: scant 1/4 cup volume (0.9 oz net weight)
  • Large Refill: 1/2 cup volume (2.4 oz net weight)

Refill packaging is made from plants and safe for home composting. It's not meant for long-term storage; please transfer to airtight containers. Read about our zero-waste packaging here.

A person holds a clear plastic packet labeled "Gneiss Spice Red Pepper (Chili Flakes)," filled with vibrant chili flakes. In the background, an open glass jar packed with these fiery red pepper flakes sits on a light-colored surface, suggesting flavors that are as sustainable as they are spicy.

Reusable Glass Magnetic Jars:

  • Small Jar: scant 1/4 cup volume
  • Large Jar: 1/2 cup volume 

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New to Gneiss Spice? Check out our FAQs videos. Purchasing over a dozen jars? Buy a boxed custom kit and save over 10%.

On a kitchen counter, a cardboard box filled with small jars of organic Gneiss Spice Cilantro Leaf is open. Nearby are cookbooks, a pepper shaker, a mortar and pestle, and a jar of peppercorns, all nestled in zero-waste packaging, creating a cozy culinary setup.