Ssamjang is a rich, deeply flavoured sauce made from Doenjang — Korea's traditional naturally fermented soybean paste — blended with Gochujang, garlic, sesame seeds, and sesame oil. "Ssam" means "to wrap" in Korean, and Ssamjang is most commonly enjoyed by placing it on fresh leafy vegetables such as lettuce, perilla, or cabbage along with rice, then wrapping everything up in one bite. It also works beautifully as a dipping sauce for raw vegetables, or spooned over grilled meat or tofu. The flavour is savoury, nutty, with a gentle sweetness and umami balance — a versatile sauce that pairs well with a wide range of ingredients, much like European hummus or tapenade.

Yes, Chung Jung One Savory & Light Ssamjang is suitable for a vegetarian (Vegetarian) diet. A review of the ingredient list confirms that no meat, seafood, or animal by-products are included. However, vegan (Vegan) suitability has not been officially confirmed and is currently listed as "unknown." If you follow a strict vegan diet, we recommend contacting the manufacturer (Chung Jung One / Daesang) directly before purchasing, or checking for an official vegan certification on the product label.

This product contains the following 4 of the EU's 14 major allergens: ① Gluten — wheat flour is used in the Doenjang base, so this product is not gluten-free. Those with coeliac disease or gluten sensitivity should avoid it. ② Peanuts — roasted peanut powder is included in the seasoning powder. ③ Soybeans — the primary ingredient of Doenjang. ④ Sesame — both roasted sesame seeds and sesame oil are present. Additionally, this product contains a small amount of spirits (alcohol) and is therefore not entirely alcohol-free. If you have any allergies, please review the full ingredient list carefully before consuming.

This product is labelled as Halal certified. However, the specific certifying body and certification mark have not yet been officially confirmed. If you follow a strict Halal diet, we recommend contacting the manufacturer (Chung Jung One / Daesang) directly for certification details before purchasing, or checking the certification mark on the physical product label.

Yes — the core base of Ssamjang, Doenjang, is a fermented food made by naturally fermenting and aging soybeans using traditional methods. This fermentation process follows the same principle by which European cheeses and wines develop complex flavours through aging, and represents a traditional Korean fermentation technique with hundreds of years of history (Traditional Korean fermentation method). The deep umami that naturally develops during fermentation is the defining characteristic of Doenjang, and it carries through directly into Ssamjang. While it belongs to a similar family as European miso, Ssamjang is further enriched with Gochujang, garlic, and sesame, resulting in a more complex and layered flavour. Please note that this product has a high sodium content, so it is recommended to use it in small amounts.