Gosari Namul (Fiddlehead Ferns Side Dish)
In a couple of days, Korea and many other Asian countries will be celebrating the Lunar New Year. To help you prepare for the holiday feast, I previously posted 15 Korean New Year Dishes. Here, I’m...
View ArticlePa Kimchi (Green Onion Kimchi)
I’ve shared sixteen kimchi recipes so far on this blog, and here’s another one! This easy kimchi made with tender green onions (also called scallions) is a favorite of mine. Green onions are called pa...
View ArticlePressure Cooker Dakbokkeumtang (Korean Spicy Chicken Stew)
My love for the Instant Pot grows with each use! I’ve been making this classic Korean chicken dish, called dakbokkeumtang (닭볶음탕) or dakdoritang (닭도리탕), using the Pressure Cooker function of the...
View ArticleDomi Maeuntang (Spicy Fish Stew with Red Snapper)
One of the classic Korean stew dishes is this spicy fish stew, called maeuntang (매운탕). In Korea, maeuntang is made with all sorts of fish, including freshwater ones. For this recipe, I made it with a...
View ArticleJeonbokjuk (Abalone Porridge)
On Jeju Island (Jeju-do, 제주도), where my parents are from, fresh abalone (jeonbok, 전복) are abundant. Porridge made with abalone (jeonbokjuk, 전복죽) is one of the most iconic dishes of the island. When we...
View ArticleInstant Pot Kimchi Jjigae (Stew)
Kimchi jjigae (김치찌개) is a classic Korean stew made with flavor-packed old kimchi! It absolutely is one of my favorite comfort foods of all time. Lately, I’ve been making it in my Instant Pot, and I...
View ArticleKkakdugi (Cubed Radish Kimchi)
Kkakdugi (깍두기) is a kimchi made with Korean radish, mu (or moo, 무). It’s an easy kimchi to make! The radishes are first cubed and salted for a short time and then mixed with the seasonings. The name...
View ArticleDoenjang Jjigae (Korean Soybean Paste Stew)
Doenjang jjigae (된장찌개) is a staple Korean stew made with doenjang (된장), fermented soybean paste. It is one of the most representative dishes of everyday home-cooked Korean meals. Depending on the...
View ArticleCucumber Kimchi (Oi Kimchi)
If you ask me which is the easiest kimchi you can try to make this summer, I’d say this cucumber kimchi (oi kimchi, 오이김치)! It’s summer, and we all should be eating more cucumbers. This recipe is super...
View ArticleSamgyetang (Ginseng Chicken Soup)
This boiling hot ginseng chicken soup, called samgyetang (삼계탕), is an iconic summer dish in Korea. Sam (삼) refers to ginseng (insam, 인삼), gye (계) means chicken, and tang (탕) is soup. It’s extremely...
View ArticleHobak Buchim (Zucchini Pancakes)
Korean savory pancakes made with summer zucchini are quick and easy to make and so delicious! Make these for a snack, an appetizer, or a light meal! What’s your favorite things to make with summer’s...
View ArticleTteokbokki (Spicy Stir-fried Rice Cakes)
Tteokbokki, a spicy stir-fried rice cake dish, is a highly popular Korean street food and a delicious comfort food you can easily make at home. The spicy, slightly sweet, and chewy rice cakes are...
View ArticleGimbap (Korean Seaweed Rice Rolls)
Gimbap (or kimbap) is the most popular on-the-go meal in Korea! Learn how to make classic gimbap at home with my step-by-step guide! What is gimbap (or kimbap)? Gimbap (김밥) is a Korean seaweed rice...
View Article20 Back to School Korean Recipes
A collection of 20 back to school Korean recipes your kids will love! It’s back to school time. I’ve put together a collection of recipes to make feeding yourself and your family fun and easy. From...
View Article15 Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving) Recipes
Chuseok (추석) is coming up! It’s a major traditional holiday in Korea, which is celebrated over 3 days. Also referred to as Hangawi (한가위), it falls on the 15th day of the 8th lunar month. Outside...
View ArticleDubu Kimchi (Tofu with Stir-fried Kimchi and Pork)
Dubu kimchi is a popular dish made with old kimchi. This recipe is simple and easy! Stir-fry the kimchi and pork and serve with sliced tofu that has been boiled or pan-fried. Simply omit the pork to...
View ArticleMandu (Korean Dumplings)
Learn how to make Korean dumplings (mandu) with this easy-to-follow recipe! Dumplings are much easier to make than you think, especially with store-bought dumpling wrappers. Delicious and versatile,...
View ArticleJjamppong (Spicy Seafood Noodle Soup)
Jjamppong is a popular Korean-Chinese noodle soup, loaded with pork, seafood, and vegetables. The combination of all the natural ingredients creates a hearty bowl of soup that is packed with robust...
View ArticleYangbaechu Kimchi (Green Cabbage Kimchi)
Need some quick kimchi? Or can’t find napa cabbage where you are? Try this kimchi recipe made with a head of your normal green cabbage. It’s light, crunchy, and refreshing! When napa cabbages are not...
View Article15 Easy Kimchi Recipes
It’s kimchi making season in Korea! Here’s a collection of 15 easy kimchi recipes you can make right now and all year round. Making good authentic kimchi at home is much easier than you think. This...
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