Is this made in Korea?

Grown in China, processed and packaged in Korea. I would give it a pass and pay the premium for the Korean grown stuff. Cant speak for difference in quality but if you know anything about groundwater contamination and farming practices in China the Korean grown stuff starts looking a lot less expensive.

Could red pepper flakes from a regular American grocery store be substituted for this? How are they different?

It's a different type/breed of pepper. American red pepper flakes typically use dried jalapeno pepper or cayenne peppers. Gochugaru is a Korean red chili pepper (called taeyang-cho). Is you sub the flakes, your dish will taste "fine", but it won't taste authentically "korean" - just my opinion. It'll taste like a spicy soup, or spicy meat, or whatever you're making like a fusion-style cuisine. I would never sub the flakes. Once you take a sniff of the Korean gochugaru you will know the difference - there is a sweetness, smokiness and depth to the flakes. Hope this helps.

Can this be kept in the refrigerator for long?

I've keep it in refrigerator for 2 years at a time. Still great.

How many cups of chili flakes does this contain?

There are 5.66 cups of flakes in the package based on the service size info on the package. 1088 quarter teaspoons is 272 teaspoons. Plus that into a converter to get 5.66 cups.

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Taekyung Korean Red Chili Pepper Flakes Powder Gochugaru, 1 Lb

Taekyung Korean Red Chili Pepper Flakes Powder Gochugaru, 1 Lb

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Brand
Taekyung
Diet type
Gluten Free
Item form
Powder
Unit count
16 Grams
Variety
Chili

🔴Bright Vibrant Red Color

🌶️Authentic Korean Gochugaru

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🌶️ Ignite your kitchen with authentic Korean fire – don’t miss out on the real deal!

VIBRANT RED HUE - Bright red flakes that elevate the visual appeal and flavor profile of your dishes.
TRUE KOREAN HEAT - Experience the unmatched spicy kick only genuine Korean red chili flakes deliver.
CLEAN TRUSTED ORIGIN - Manufactured under strict Korean standards ensuring purity and safety in every pinch.
BUDGET FRIENDLY GOURMET - Premium quality without the premium price tag—perfect for savvy foodies.
GLUTEN FREE KOSHER CERTIFIED - Inclusive seasoning that fits your clean-eating lifestyle and dietary needs.

Taekyung Korean Red Chili Pepper Flakes (Gochugaru) offer an authentic, bright red, and spicy seasoning essential for genuine Korean cuisine. Produced under rigorous Korean safety standards, this gluten-free and kosher-certified powder delivers premium quality at an affordable price, making it a must-have for millennial food enthusiasts craving bold, clean flavors.

Specifications

ASIN	B005G8IDTQ
ASIN	B005G8IDTQ
Allergen Information	Gluten Free
Best Sellers Rank	#4,653 in Grocery ( See Top 100 in Grocery ) #22 in Chili Seasoning
Brand Name	Taekyung
Coin Variety 1	Chili
Container Type	Bag
Cuisine	Korean cuisine
Customer Reviews	4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (12,539)
Customer reviews	4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (12,539)
Diet Type	Gluten Free
Flavor	Chili Pepper
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer	No
Item Form	Powder
Item Package Weight	0.48 Kilograms
Item Weight	1 Pounds
Item model number	8809061670380
Manufacturer	Taekyung Nongsan
Manufacturer	Taekyung Nongsan
Model Number	8809061670380
Number of Items	1
Number of Pieces	1
Part Number	8809061670380
Product Dimensions	21.08 x 17.53 x 3.81 cm; 453.59 g
Region of Origin	East Asia
Size	450 g (Pack of 1)
Specialty	Kosher
UPC	701607235818
Unit Count	16 Grams

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