Definition: Crushed red chili pepper that is finely ground into a powder or coarsely ground into tiny flakes. Used extensively in Korean cooking for sauces, soups, stews, and side dishes like kimchi.
Alternate Spellings: gochugaru kochugaru
Kochukaru
By Naomi Imatome-Yun, About.com Guide
Glossary of Korean Cooking Terms and Ingredients
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