Sunchang Fermented Pastes: Gochujang, Doenjang and Soy Sauce

A practical guide to regional ingredients and food in Sunchang, North Jeolla.

Wooden bowls of brown soybean paste, dark soy sauce and red chili paste, arranged with soybeans and dried chilies on blue fabric.

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An evergreen guide to eating and food shopping in Sunchang, North Jeolla.

Before deciding to visit

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KTO features Sunchang's traditional fermented condiments. Gochujang is a chili-based paste, doenjang a fermented soybean paste and ganjang a liquid soy seasoning, each used differently in cooking.

Before visiting: When tasting or buying, check ingredients, storage, sodium content and wheat/soy allergens. Verify any food-workshop opening and booking requirements with the operator.

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What we're seeing

Distinguishes officially featured regional food from variable business conditions.

What we still don't know

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