8 Corn Free Korean Recipes

Korean cuisine is surprisingly corn-free-friendly at its core—think fermented vegetables, rice, and bold umami flavors that don't rely on corn-derived ingredients. The challenge comes with hidden sources like corn syrup in gochujang, cornstarch as a thickener, and modified food starch lurking in sauces and marinades. Fig has rounded up corn free Korean recipes that let you enjoy the full depth of Korean cooking without having to scrutinize every label.