What are the exact ingredients?

I made a mistake. My last answer was for gochujang. Here is the correct answer: water, soybean, wheat flour, salt, soybean paste (soybean, water, salt), spirits, fermented soybean powder (fermented soybean), monosodium glutamate, maltodextrin, onion mix (onion, dextrin, onion seasoning powder, corn starch), seed malt

How long can I keep it in the fridge after opening?

You can keep this delicious fermented soybean paste in your fridge for as long as it takes you to eat it all up! It is a fermented product and keeps fermenting even in a cold refrigerator. If you go too long without using it, it may start to dry out a little. Just add a small amount of water and mix well. Also it may start to darken, but that's OK, too. It's a great base for any kind of stew.

According to the back label on the container itself is the statement that the doenjang is produced in Sunchang, South Korea. Also on the back label the manufacturer of the product, Daesang, is in Seoul, South Korea.

Is this product comparable to miso?

This is frequently used as a soup base for a very popular and very authentic Korean soup called doenjang jjigae. It's taste can be very comparable to miso due to the fact that both miso paste and doenjang paste has the main ingredient soybeans. So yes very comparable although doenjang paste has larger chopped pieces of soy beans and may be saltier compared to miso paste. Doenjang paste is also used as a side dish like Chris said but it is very uncommon to be used in this manner by Koreans, unless they have a very low tolerance for the spicier pastes we use. American Korean restaurants will use it in this manner very often though.

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Doenjang - Premium Korean Soybean Miso Paste [Original, 1.1 lb (500g)] – Fermented Korean Miso-Style Bean Paste for Doenjang Jjigae, Stews, Soups, Marinades & Dipping Sauces – Rich Umami Korean Pantry Essential

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Allergen Information
Soy Wheat
Brand
Chung Jung One
Flavor
Original
Item Weight
1.1 pounds
Package Information
Tub

🌱Non-GMO premium soybeans

🥄Rich umami & creamy texture

🧪Naturally fermented with live probiotics

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🥢 Elevate your kitchen game with Korea’s umami secret weapon!

GUT FRIENDLY GOODNESS - Slow fermentation packs live enzymes and probiotics to support your digestive health while elevating every dish.
CLEAN PURE INGREDIENTS - Made with non-GMO soybeans and sea salt, free from artificial colors and preservatives—because quality matters.
AUTHENTIC KOREAN HERITAGE - Crafted using time-honored fermentation methods for that deep, traditional flavor only true Doenjang delivers.
UMAMI THAT COMMANDS ATTENTION - Aged to perfection for a smooth, rich, nutty flavor that makes your kitchen the go-to spot for authentic Korean taste.
VERSATILE CULINARY POWERHOUSE - From stews and soups to marinades and dipping sauces, this paste transforms everyday meals into Korean gourmet experiences.

Doenjang by Chung Jung One is a premium 500g tub of traditionally fermented Korean soybean miso paste, celebrated for its rich umami flavor and smooth texture. Made from non-GMO soybeans and sea salt, it offers natural probiotics and enzymes that support gut health. Perfect for enhancing stews, soups, marinades, and sauces, this authentic Korean pantry essential brings deep, savory complexity to your cooking while maintaining clean, preservative-free quality.

Specifications

ASIN	B01MYE73DS
ASIN	B01MYE73DS
Allergen Information	Soy, Wheat
Best Sellers Rank	#12,403 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ( See Top 100 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ) #30 in Soy Sauce
Brand Name	Chung Jung One
Color	…..
Container Type	Tub
Cuisine	Korean
Customer Reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (784)
Flavor	Original
Included Components	Chung Jung One O'Food Doenjang, Premium Korean Traditional Soybean Miso Paste Sauce, Naturally Fermented, Umami Flavor, Jjigae Soup Base, Chung Jung One (Original, 1.1 lb, 500g)
Item Form	Paste
Item Package Weight	0.56 kg
Item Type Name	Chung Jung One O'Food Doenjang, Premium Korean Traditional Soybean Miso Paste Sauce, Naturally Fermented, Umami Flavor, Jjigae Soup Base, Chung Jung One (Original, 1.1 lb, 500g)
Item Weight	1.1 pounds
Item model number	…...
Manufacturer	Daesang America
Manufacturer	Daesang America
Model Number	…...
Number of Items	1
Package Dimensions	6.5 x 4.37 x 3.46 inches; 1.1 pounds
Package Size Name	Original
Part Number	…...
Set Name	Original 500g
Size	500g
UPC	661799075879
UPC	661799075879
Unit Count	17.63 Ounce
Units	17.63 Ounce
Warranty Description	Warranty

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