They are packed with flavor and oh so easy to make!
And by hot, I mean that its trending, at least here in the US.
When combined with rice vinegar and brown sugar, gochujang makes a tasty sauce for any number of vegetables.
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Here, the sauce is tossed with green beans that cook until blistered and tender.
What Is Gochujang
Gochujang isnt just trendy hot, its also spicy hot.
The ingredients ferment for months into a complex, flavorful paste that is the backbone of many Korean dishes.
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The name itself says it all: gochu means chili and jang means sauce or paste.
Its also entirely plant-based, which means its suitable for vegetarians and vegans alike.
What Does Gochujang Taste Like?
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It would be selling gochujang short to simply call it a hot sauce.
Its flavor is more interesting and complex than that.
Theres always Amazon and online shops too.
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Its used in many ways in Korean cooking, says Yunah.
That preparation is the inspiration for these blistered green beans.
How to Make Gochujang Green Beans
These green beans are simple to make and come together quickly.
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You start by lightly steaming the beans in a large skillet or wok.
The gochujang itself is so complex and flavorful, you dont need much more than that.
Add the green beans, and cover with a lid or piece of aluminum foil.
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Steam, until the beans are just slightly tender, about 5-8 minutes.
Their color will brighten.
Remove from heat and stir in the gochujang sauce.
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Taste and add more salt, if needed.
Transfer to a serving plate and scatter the sesame seeds over the top.
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