Gochujang paste
Low GI
GL 1.2 per typical tablespoon (15 g) · GL 8 per 100 g
- No added sugar
- Moderate sodium content
Gochujang paste has a glycemic index of 35, higher than plain Red chili paste (33). One typical tablespoon (15 g) adds a glycemic load of 1.2.
Updated Nov 27, 2025 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Red chili paste
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 120 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 22 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 4 g |
| Natural | 4 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Soluble | 0.9 g |
| Insoluble | 2.1 g |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Fat | 2 g |
| Saturated | 0.3 g |
| Unsaturated | 1.7 g |
| Sodium | 900 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- No added sugar
- Moderate protein content
- Contains fiber
- Moderate sodium content
- Processed food
- Contains some natural sugars
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Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Gochujang paste?
Gochujang paste has a glycemic index of 35 (Low). One typical tablespoon (15 g) has a glycemic load of 1.2; per 100 g the glycemic load is 8.
Is Gochujang paste good for people with insulin resistance?
Gochujang paste has a low glycemic index (35), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Red chili paste has the lowest glycemic load?
Gochujang paste has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Red chili paste in this database (8 per 100 g).
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