Is Gochujang Paste GERD Friendly?

This product may or may not be GERD friendly free as it lists 1 ingredient that could contain GERD friendly depending on the source. We recommend contacting the manufacturer directly to confirm.

Why it's a maybe for GERD friendly

  • garlic

garlic

Dietitian note

Although garlic is not considered a GERD trigger by some experts, such as the American College of Gastroenterology, there is limited evidence that garlic, especially raw garlic, may trigger symptoms in sensitive individuals.

Note by Team Spoonful, Clinical nutrition experts

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Description

Thick, smooth, and paste-like, it delivers a bold, savory heat with subtle sweetness and umami depth; commonly used to season marinades, stews, sauces, dressings, and dipping sauces. Reviewers note reliable spiciness and concentrated flavor, praising versatility while some report it can be assertive or overly salty and occasionally too overpowering.

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Ingredients

RICE, TAPIOCA SYRUP, RED PEPPER SEASONING (RED PEPPER POWDER, WATER, SALT, GARLIC, ONION), WATER, SEA SALT, ETHYL ALCOHOL (TO PRESERVE)

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Where to buy

Gochujang Paste is available at 1 retailer

Trader Joes

About this product

Sauce · Spreadable

Flavor
SavorySpicyUmamiSweet
Texture
CreamyDense
Commonly used for
MarinadingDippingCookingMeal Prep