- Gochugaru Chili Oil – Mild Heat & Smoky Depth with Star Anise, Caraway & Sichuan Pepper – Infused with High-Oleic Algae Oils – Seed-Free Oil

I can’t stop raving about Algae Cooking Club’s new chili oil! It’s become an essential in my kitchen—I’m putting it on everything from scrambled eggs to roasted vegetables, even as a finishing touch on my pizza. The squeeze bottle is a game-changer, making it so easy to drizzle just the right amount of this magical liquid. The flavor profile is out of this world—complex and with just the right amount of heat that doesn’t overpower. It adds such a unique depth to dishes that I can’t imagine cooking without it now. What surprised me most is learning that Chef Daniel Humm of Eleven Madison Park in New York City is behind its formulation. Knowing this culinary mastermind had a hand in creating it explains why it’s so exceptional. Bravo, Algae Cooking Club—you’ve made a masterpiece and I'm stoked to be a part of the club!

I’m officially obsessed. The flavor is rich, savory, and perfectly balanced with a hint of spice. It instantly levels up anything I cook with it, from scrambled eggs to stir-fries to roasted veggies. I’ve even drizzled it on popcorn and pizza for a little extra kick. What really surprised me, though, is how clean and light it tastes compared to other chili oils. No greasy aftertaste just pure, flavorful heat. And knowing it’s made from algae oil, which is more sustainable and high in healthy fats, makes me feel even better about using it every day. This is hands down one of the most versatile and delicious pantry staples I’ve added to my kitchen in a long time. Highly recommend!

Great Asian Spicy Cooking Oil

Obsessed. This Gochugaru Chili Oil is smoky, savory, and just the right amount of heat. The star anise + Sichuan pepper combo? Next level. I’m drizzling it on eggs, rice bowls, dumplings, and roasted veggies. Bonus: it’s seed-free and made with clean algae oil!!!

Not a very strong flavor. Adds a mild and asian kick to any food but not super flavorful. Have to use a good amount if you really want to add flavor with this. Ingredients are great and it is a versatile topping.

This is the only chili oil that hasn’t made my stomach hurt. It’s light and not too spicy but the subtle umami flavor enhances any dish by a lot. You don’t have to feel guilty about using a lot too since it’s made with really high quality ingridients. Authentic flavor as well.

⭐ 1 Star — Smells Like Algae, Tastes Like Regret By Brandon — Verified Buyer I really wanted this to work. I like chili oils, I like bold flavors — but this was a total letdown. Right out of the jar, the smell hits you like pond water. There's a heavy algae funk, and the blend of spices — especially the star anise — is completely overwhelming. It should be complex, but somehow it comes out flat and flavorless. There's no heat, it's oddly watery, and it doesn't enhance a dish so much as hang out in the background like an unwanted guest — specifically that weird aftertaste that sticks in your throat like you licked a spice rack in a greenhouse. The only thing it added to my meal was confusion. Not worth it.

I love it.