Gochugaru
Gochugaru - Scoville, Taste & Uses
Gochugaru typically measures 4,000-8,000 SHU (Medium). Shows up across Korea in condiments, pickles, and marinades. See sauces using Gochugaru
Also known as: Korean Red Pepper, Gochugaru Chili
Species
Gochugaru
Heat
Flavour
Balanced heat with bright fruit
Origin / Regions
Korea
Colour / Shape
Ripens to glossy red
Pod size
45-70 mm pods
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Flavour & Aroma
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Heat Profile
Scoville range
4,000-8,000 SHU
Heat label
medium
Harvest window
-
Sauce Index count
1
Botany & Growing Notes
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Give it warm temps, 14+ hours of light, and a 5L pot with well-draining soil.
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Gochugaru typically measures 4,000-8,000 SHU (Medium). Ranges shift with cultivar and growing conditions.
Balanced heat with bright fruit
Korean Red Pepper, Gochugaru Chili show up as common aliases depending on region. This pepper's alternate names mostly come from regional dialects.
Look at other peppers with comparable heat for reference.
Think of condiments, pickles, and marinades built around this pepper in its home region.
Give it warm temps, 14+ hours of light, and a 5L pot with well-draining soil.
Use gloves, ventilation, and soap to remove capsaicin oils.
Sources
- Republic of Heat tasting lab field notes
- Producer dossiers submitted through Directus
- Open cultivar registries & academic pepper research
We cross-reference seed banks, peer-reviewed literature, and reputable producer data for SHU and origin claims.
Reviewed by Republic of Heat - last updated 2026-04-17