How hot is the Gochujang King Hot Korean?

The Gochujang King Hot Korean measures 1,500–10,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU), making it a medium-heat pepper.

Gochujang King Hot Korean

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A member of the C. annuum group. Ripens to red, long/tapered pods. Packs 1,500–10,000 SHU (moderate heat with a noticeable bite). Originates from Korea. Developed by Korea (traditional).

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NameGochujang King Hot Korean

Alternative Name(s)Korean Hot King

Universal Pepper Number (UPN)A-R-SM-L-4-002RegisteredHow UPN works

SpeciesC. annuum

Scoville Heat Units (SHUs)1,500 - 10,000

Heat LevelMedium (1,001–15,000 SHU)

Mature Pod Color (Primary)Red

Pod FormLong/tapered

RegionKorea

Discoverer/BreederLandrace - Korea

Immature Color(s)Green/Mustard

Further InformationEdit

A member of the C. annuum group. Ripens to red, long/tapered pods. Packs 1,500–10,000 SHU (moderate heat with a noticeable bite). Originates from Korea. Developed by Korea (traditional).

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Last updated Oct 5, 2026