Doenjang

Doenjang

Alternative names	Soybean paste
Type	Fermented bean paste
Place of origin	Korea
Region or state	East Asia
Main ingredients	Soybean, brine
Other information	Brewed along with ganjang
Media: Doenjang

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Doenjang^[1] (Korean: 된장; "thick sauce") or soybean paste^[1] is a type of fermented bean paste^[2] made entirely of soybean and brine used in Korean cuisine. It is also a byproduct of soup soy sauce production. It is sometimes used as a relish.^[2]