Is Trader Joe's Korean Gochujang Sauce Spicy & Savory Nightshade Free?

No. This product is not nightshades free as it lists 2 ingredients that contain nightshades.

Why it's not nightshade free

  • dried red pepper
  • red pepper seasoning

dried red pepper

Dietitian note

Most peppers, including jalapenos and chilis, are nightshades. However, black and white pepper are derived from peppercorns and thus are not nightshades.

Note by Team Spoonful, Clinical nutrition experts

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Ingredients

Gochujang Paste (rice, Tapioca Syrup, Red Pepper Seasoning [dried Red Pepper, Water, Salt, Dried Garlic, Dried Onion], Water, Salt, Ethyl Alcohol [to Preserve]), Brown Rice Vinegar, Canola Oil, Soy Sauce (water, Soybeans, Salt, Ethyl Alcohol [to Preserve]), Sesame Oil, Water, Ethyl Alcohol (to Preserve). Contains: Soy, Sesame. May Contain Wheat, Anchovy, Bonito, Cod, Mackerel, Crab, Shrimp.

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About this product

Sauce · Bottle

Flavor
SpicySavoryUmami
Texture
DenseThick
Commonly used for
DippingCookingMarinadingStir Fry