Alfredo is a must-have pasta sauce, whether store-bought or homemade, a trusty staple you always have tucked away in your pantry or fridge. It's like a blank canvas waiting to bring countless dishes to life, and absolutely perfect for those times you need a quick, easy, and effortless meal. Simply grill some chicken and toss it in some Alfredo or boil pasta and coat it with that luscious, creamy goodness. But there are also times when you crave something more, flavors beyond Alfredo's gentle embrace, especially if you're in the mood for a little heat. Welcome gochujang, the fermented Korean chili paste your plain Alfredo sauce has been waiting for!

Gochujang, a staple Korean condiment made from red chili peppers, glutinous rice, fermented soybeans, and salt delivers a dynamic blend of spicy, savory, smoky, and sweet flavors. It forms the essential backbone of Korean cuisine, featured in many quintessential Korean dishes, from street food favorites like tteokbokki (Korean stir-fried rice cakes) to the classic bibimbap. This chili paste doesn't just pair with Korean ingredients, either, it also adds a whole new dimension to your pasta. Stir a little of that bright red gochujang into your Alfredo, and its vibrant, bold flavor cuts through the creamy, buttery sauce; leaving you craving more with every bite. It won't take long before you'll start to feel like you're dining out at Korean restaurants in the comfort of your own home.