Game Day Gochujang Pimento Cheese by Chef Nyesha Arrington
Ingredients
Game Day Gochujang Pimento Cheese by Chef Nyesha Arrington:
12 oz Sharp Cheddar Cheese, grated
4 oz Cream Cheese, softened
0.25 cup Mayonnaise
3 tbsp Gochujang
0.25 cup Diced Roasted Red Peppers
0.25 cup Diced Pimentos
Green Onions, finely chopped
1 Garlic Clove, minced
1 tsp Worcestershire Sauce
1 tsp Smoked Paprika
0.5 tsp Cayenne Pepper (Optional, for extra heat)
Juice of Half a Lemon
Salt and Pepper to Taste
Instructions
Step 1
Roast the Peppers - If using fresh red peppers, roast them until charred, then peel and dice. If using jarred roasted red peppers, simply dice them.
Step 2
Mix the Base - In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese, mayonnaise, and Worcestershire sauce until smooth.
Step 3
Incorporate Gochujang - Mix in the gochujang, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper (optional for extra heat), and lemon juice until well blended.
Step 4
Combine Cheeses - Gradually fold in the grated cheddar cheese until evenly distributed.
Step 5
Add Vegetables - Stir in the roasted red peppers, pimentos, green onions, and garlic.
Step 6
Season - Taste and adjust with salt and pepper as needed.
Step 7
Serve - Serve warm or chilled. Serve with pretzel bites, an assortment of crackers, and celery.
