What is a sugar substitute in Korean food?
                                
                                
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                                Over 200 varieties of sweetened foods called 'cheong' are used in Korean cuisine, serving as traditional sweeteners and remedies. A traditional Korean sugar substitute can be a fruit-based syrup, a grain-based syrup, or other natural ingredients that provide sweetness and depth of flavor.