The Collection — JUKSTORY & Pepper Lab
A curated collection of Korean factory brands, available across the United States on Amazon.
JUKSTORY — Korean Porridge (Juk)
From one of Korea's top juk restaurant franchise brands: ready-to-eat Korean porridge, also known as Korean congee or Korean oatmeal. Every flavor comes in a fully sterilized, shelf-stable pouch (10.58 oz / 300 g) that needs no refrigeration until opened. Made in Korea and distributed in the U.S. by Themes East Inc. Learn more about JUKSTORY · Visit the JUKSTORY Store on Amazon
JUKSTORY Abalone Juk
Jeonbok-juk · Savory · 10.58 oz (300 g)
Premium Korean porridge made with real abalone, shiitake and king oyster mushrooms, and sesame oil. The best-selling JUKSTORY flavor in Korean markets.
- Key ingredients: rice, abalone, shiitake and king oyster mushrooms, sesame oil
- 9 g protein and 0 g added sugars per pouch
- Serving tip: finish with a few drops of toasted sesame oil
- Contains sesame
JUKSTORY Brown Rice Vegetable Juk
Hyeonmi-yachae-juk · Savory, light · 10.58 oz (300 g)
A clean, savory Korean porridge of rice and brown rice with shiitake and king oyster mushrooms, carrot, and zucchini.
- Key ingredients: rice, brown rice, mushrooms, carrot, zucchini
- 130 calories, 7 g fiber, 5 g protein and 0 g sugars per pouch
- Serving tip: finish with a few drops of toasted sesame oil
- Contains clam extract; not suitable for vegetarians
JUKSTORY Chestnut Sweet Pumpkin Juk
Bam-danhobak-juk · Gently sweet · 10.58 oz (300 g)
Velvety Korean porridge made with real chestnuts and sweet kabocha pumpkin. A naturally comforting favorite for breakfast or an afternoon snack.
- Key ingredients: kabocha pumpkin, chestnut, rice flour
- Gently sweet, smooth and velvety texture
- Popular with children and first-time juk eaters
JUKSTORY Red Bean Juk
Danpat-juk · Subtly sweet · 10.58 oz (300 g)
The classic Korean sweet red bean porridge, made with tender red beans and rice for a smooth, satisfying texture.
- Key ingredients: red beans, rice
- 12 g protein and 17 g dietary fiber per pouch
- A traditional Korean comfort food enjoyed for generations
JUKSTORY at a glance
- What it is: Korean juk (porridge), also called Korean congee or Korean oatmeal
- Flavors: Abalone, Brown Rice Vegetable, Chestnut Sweet Pumpkin, Red Bean
- Size: 10.58 oz (300 g) single-serve pouch
- How to prepare: Microwave for about 1 to 1.5 minutes, either in the pouch with the top opened or poured into a microwave-safe bowl. Or warm the sealed pouch in boiling water for about 3 minutes, ideal for camping.
- Storage: Shelf-stable at room temperature until opened
- Good for: breakfast in place of toast, a quick office or campus lunch, an evening snack, camping and hiking
- Where to buy: Amazon (JUKSTORY Brand Store) and Korean grocery stores, including H Mart
Which JUKSTORY flavor should I try first?
For a savory meal, start with Abalone Juk, the brand's best seller. For something lighter, try Brown Rice Vegetable Juk. If you prefer a sweet flavor, Chestnut Sweet Pumpkin Juk is a gentle introduction for first-time juk eaters, and Red Bean Juk offers a classic Korean taste.
Pepper Lab — Korean Sauces
Pepper Lab is a Korean sauce brand created specifically for the U.S. market. Its sauces are made in Korea by Dongbang Food Master, a sauce maker founded in 1979 that has produced sauces for major Korean food brands for more than 40 years. Twelve varieties cover hot pot dipping, Korean BBQ and everyday Korean home cooking. Refrigerate sauces after opening. Visit the Pepper Lab Store on Amazon
Hot Pot & Shabu-Shabu Dipping Sauces
Pepper Lab Goma Shabu Sauce
Roasted sesame · Mild · 10.23 oz (290 g)
A creamy, nutty roasted sesame dipping sauce made for shabu-shabu and hot pot.
- Best with: shabu-shabu, hot pot, thinly sliced beef and pork
- Also delicious as a dip for grilled meat and fresh vegetables
Pepper Lab Ponzu Soy Citrus Sauce
Soy citrus · Mild · 11.29 oz (320 g)
A bright, refreshing balance of savory soy sauce and citrus tang.
- Best with: hot pot, seafood, dumplings, tofu
- Also works as a marinade or salad dressing
Pepper Lab Mala Shabu Sauce
Sichuan-style mala · Spicy · 10.23 oz (290 g)
Chili heat and aromatic, tingling mala spice with deep savory flavor.
- Best with: hot pot, ramen and noodles, dumplings
- Also a stir-fry base or noodle seasoning
Korean BBQ & Spicy Sauces
Pepper Lab K.BBQ Brisket Dipping Sauce
Sweet soy umami · Mild · 10.93 oz (310 g)
A Korean BBQ restaurant-style dipping sauce of savory soy, gentle sweetness and deep umami.
- Best with: brisket, steak, grilled beef, Korean BBQ
- Also a marinade or glaze for meat
Pepper Lab Hot Bul Sauce
Buldak-style hot sauce · Very spicy · 11.64 oz
An intensely spicy Korean chili sauce with a touch of sweetness, for true heat lovers.
- Best with: chicken and noodles
- Also a dip for fried foods and grilled meat
Korean Home Cooking Sauces
Pepper Lab Matdashi Fresh (Bibimjang)
Bibimbap sauce · Spicy · 11.29 oz
Korea's classic bibim sauce, ready to mix into rice, noodles and vegetables.
- Best with: bibimbap and bibim noodles
- Also a spicy dip for vegetables and chicken, and a seasoning for namul
Pepper Lab Kimchi Sauce
Savory, spicy, sweet · 10.93 oz
Balanced kimchi seasoning in a single pour, with no kimchi-making experience required.
- Best with: fresh kimchi, kimchi salad, kimchi fried rice
- Also a marinade for meat and tofu
Pepper Lab Japchae Sauce
Savory-sweet soy · Mild · 10.93 oz
Authentic Korean japchae with one simple toss: add glass noodles, vegetables and protein.
- Best with: japchae (glass noodle stir-fry)
- Also stir-fried vegetables, noodle bowls, marinades
Pepper Lab Tteokbokki Sauce
Sweet & spicy · 11.29 oz (320 g)
The bold sweet-and-spicy flavor of Korea's favorite street food.
- Best with: tteokbokki (Korean rice cakes)
- Also noodles, dumplings and stir-fries
Pepper Lab Unagi Sushi Sauce
Sweet savory glaze · Mild · 10.93 oz
A glossy, sweet-savory eel sauce with restaurant-style flavor.
- Best with: sushi, eel and rice bowls
- Also grilled meats and stir-fries
Witch Soup
Pepper Lab Witch Soup Original
Tomato vegetable soup · Plant-based · 9.17 oz (260 g)
A ready-to-eat tomato vegetable soup made with tomato, cabbage, onion, carrot, potato and apple.
- Enjoy warm as a quick meal
- Also a bread dip or pasta base
Pepper Lab Witch Soup Spicy
Spicy tomato vegetable soup · Plant-based · 9.17 oz (260 g)
The same hearty tomato vegetable soup with a bold spicy kick.
- Heat in a pot or microwave for 2 to 3 minutes
- Also a bread dip, pasta base or stew starter
Pepper Lab at a glance
- What it is: Korean sauces and soups made in Korea for American home cooks
- Made by: Dongbang Food Master, a Korean sauce maker founded in 1979
- Lineup: Goma, Ponzu, Mala, K.BBQ Brisket, Hot Bul, Matdashi Fresh, Kimchi, Japchae, Tteokbokki and Unagi sauces, plus Witch Soup Original and Spicy
- Storage: Shelf-stable until opened; refrigerate sauces after opening
- Where to buy: Amazon (Pepper Lab Brand Store) and H Mart
Which Pepper Lab sauce should I try first?
For hot pot or shabu-shabu night, start with Goma or Ponzu. For Korean BBQ, choose the K.BBQ Brisket Dipping Sauce. If you love heat, try Hot Bul Sauce with chicken or noodles. For an everyday Korean rice sauce, Matdashi Fresh is the classic choice for bibimbap.