Kkakdugi fried rice is a Korean comfort food, as it is a quick-fix meal using radish kimchi and rice, which are typically found in Korean homes. This is a favorite Korean go-to meal that can use any protein such as bacon, ham, spam, canned tuna, chicken, or beef. If you want a vegan option for … Continue reading
Street food vendors sell these Korean cheese corndogs (芝士熱狗棒 | 치즈핫도그) throughout Korea. This Korean street food typically serves hot dog and cheese on a skewer, and is eaten on the go. Now, you can make Korean corndogs at home with this easy, no batter and no yeast version corndog. We’ll use bread to substitute … Continue reading
These egg sandwiches are found in many street vendors and are the ideal grab n’go breakfast when in Korea. Each toast is made fresh to order, meaning it is hot and crispy when served. Toasted sandwiches are the name of the game for Korean street breakfast egg sandwiches (韓式多士三文治 | 길거리 토스트), but expect more … Continue reading
With the celebration of Lunar New Year, many Asian families gather to share family and cultural traditions that have been passed down through the generations. Being in Korea this Lunar New Year, I am sharing this recipe for rice cake soup which is made by Koreans for family and visiting guests. During the New Year … Continue reading
Bukuh (북어) is dried Alaskan pollock that is high in protein, low in fat, and full of essential amino acids. This time we’re using this dried fish to make a Korean side dish (“ban chan” 반찬) that can be served either hot or cold. Sweet and spicy, this banchan is a great introduction to using this … Continue reading
Kimchi (김치) is hands-down the most popular food in Korean cuisine, whether it’s served as a side dish (“ban chan” 반찬) to a meal or used as an essential ingredient in a dish. This sour, pickled, spicy condiment is not just an integrated part of Korean cuisine, but also of the culture. Did you know that Koreans would … Continue reading
