The secret sauce? Gochujang

Move over, sriracha: There’s another must-have Asian condiment in town. Gochujang is a Korean sauce, and it’s a flavor bomb: a spicy, sticky paste made from chile peppers, glutinous rice and fermented soybeans. It’s sweet, smoky, salty and funky, with the fermented soybeans adding an irresistible depth of flavor. A little dab goes a long way, bringing an explosion of umami to sauces, marinades, soups and stews.