koreanchilipaste
nounUK /kəˈriːən ˈtʃɪli peɪst/
US /kəˈriːən ˈtʃɪli peɪst/
A thick, spicy red sauce from Korea made from chili peppers.
She added a spoonful of Korean chili paste to the stew for extra heat.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A fermented seasoning used in many Korean dishes.
The recipe calls for Korean chili paste to give the marinade its deep flavor.
3. A condiment that adds sweet and spicy notes to food.
He dipped the vegetables in Korean chili paste for a quick snack.
4. A key ingredient in traditional Korean cooking.
Korean chili paste is essential for making authentic tteokbokki.