Banchan are much more than simple side dishes; they are a symbol of Korean hospitality and generosity. Served in small portions, these Korean dishes are designed to be shared, thus encouraging conviviality and sharing at the table. Among the most iconic Banchan, we find Kimchi (김치), spicy and crunchy fermented […]
Korean cuisine, renowned for its diversity and richness in flavors, offers a variety of dishes and side dishes that highlight fresh and natural ingredients. Among these, Sigeumchi Namul stands out as an essential banchan (side dish) (more specifically, it’s what’s called a Namul), appreciated for its simplicity, flavor, and health […]
Bibimbap stands out as a staple of Korean cuisine, offering a rich combination of flavors and textures. This dish, widely popular beyond Korea’s borders, appeals to a global audience, even among those unfamiliar with Korean culture. What is Bibimbap? Bibimbap, literally “rice mixed with meat and an assortment of vegetables”, […]
An authentic Korean Hotteok recipe for a delightfully comforting treat Korean sweet pancakes, better known as Hotteok, are among the most beloved street foods in Korea. They warm hands and hearts during the cold winter months, unlike the summertime mango bingsu. This enduring treat is eaten with your hands, warming […]
A delicious, easy-to-make Korean beef Kimbap. This classic version isn’t difficult, though it does take a little time. The good news is that once the fillings are ready, you can roll out a whole batch! Kimbap, Gimbap, Korean sushi, Korean maki… food marketing agencies can’t stop talking about it amid […]
The authentic recipe for Korea’s famous black bean sauce noodles Jajangmyeon (자장면), also spelled Jjajangmyeon (짜장면), is an iconic dish of Korean cuisine that often appears at the heart of memorable K-drama scenes, linking characters at key moments—from touching reconciliations to hopeful first meetings. This rich, savory bowl isn’t just […]
A flavorful beef bulgogi recipe that beats the restaurant version for an authentic Korean BBQ experience at home What is beef bulgogi? Bulgogi (불고기, literally “fire meat”) is usually prepared with thin, tender slices of beef, though pork or chicken show up in some variations. In practice, if a recipe […]
You know Japanese mochi? Well, in the same vein, in Korean cuisine we have Gyeongdan. Small, cute, filled with a delicious red bean paste and coated in delicious powders, they will delight your end of meals (or your late-night snacks, I’m not judging) This recipe was contributed by Flav, you […]
What is capelin roe? Capelin is a small fish that lives in the cold waters of the Atlantic, Pacific, and Arctic Oceans, especially off the coasts of Japan and Korea. So, you probably won’t see it around here, and the name might not mean much to you. In Asian cuisine, […]
It has a lemon’s color, shape, and texture—they could almost pass for twins. Yet while yuja belongs to the citrus family, it’s not the same as the common yellow lemon we all know. So what exactly is yuja? What is Yuja? Halfway between a mandarin and a lemon, yuja—called yuzu […]
