Name: Spicy Korean Gochujang Butter
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature; 1 1/2 tablespoons gochujang paste (Korean chili paste), adjust to taste; 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil; 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice; 1 teaspoon honey, preferably local; 2 cloves garlic, pressed or finely grated; 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt, adjust to taste

Compound Butter

Gochujang Butter

Aug 13, 2025
by Afton Barrows
- 5.0 / 5 ( 1 Ratings)
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PREP TIME

10 mins
COOK TIME

0 mins
TOTAL TIME

1 hrs 10 mins
SERVING

8 People
VIEWS

3

Unleash a symphony of sweet, spicy, and umami flavors with this Gochujang Butter. Infuse your favorite dishes with Korean soul, from sizzling steaks to comforting noodles. A versatile condiment that adds an irresistible depth to any culinary creation.

Ingridients

Adjust Servings

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature

1 1/2 tablespoons gochujang paste (Korean chili paste), adjust to taste

1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil

1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

1 teaspoon honey, preferably local

2 cloves garlic, pressed or finely grated

1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt, adjust to taste

Nutrition

Carbohydrate

3 g
Cholesterol

31 mg
Fiber

0 g
Protein

0 g
Saturated Fat

7 g
Sodium

236 mg
Sugar

3 g
Fat

12 g
Unsaturated Fat

0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, gochujang paste, sesame oil, lemon juice, honey, garlic, and salt. (5 minutes)

02

Step

Using a fork or a small whisk, thoroughly mash and blend all ingredients until a uniform, vibrant orange mixture is achieved. Ensure no streaks of butter or gochujang remain. (5 minutes)

03

Step

Lay a sheet of plastic wrap on a clean surface. Transfer the gochujang butter onto the plastic wrap, forming a log shape along the center. (2 minutes)

04

Step

Gently roll and mold the butter into a compact log, about 1-1.5 inches in diameter. Twist the ends of the plastic wrap tightly to seal, ensuring no air pockets remain. (3 minutes)

05

Step

Refrigerate the gochujang butter log for a minimum of 1 hour, or preferably overnight. This allows the flavors to meld and intensify, resulting in a more complex and harmonious butter. (60 minutes)

For a smoother butter, use an electric mixer on low speed to combine the ingredients.
Adjust the amount of gochujang to suit your spice preference. Start with 1 1/2 tablespoons and add more for a bolder flavor.
For a vegan option, substitute the butter with a plant-based alternative and the honey with maple syrup or agave nectar.
Gochujang butter can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or frozen for up to 2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before using.

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