Japchae (잡채) is one of the most popular dishes in Korea, typically made on special occasions. My husband’s friend D jokingly complained after a friend’s housewarming party that “they didn’t even have japchae. It’s no party without japchae!” Continue reading
[bausut: mushroom, kal: knife, guksoo: noodle]
Kalguksoo is a Korea noodle made of flour. It is traditionally made from fresh pasta, rolled out flat, then folded into layers before being cut into thin pasta or noodles with a knife, thus the word “kal,” which means knife in Korean. Continue reading
[myulchi: dried anchovies, bokkeum: sauté]
First, I want to thank my growing followers despite my long absence. It’s been a while since I’ve posted a recipe; I’ve been traveling a lot, to Seoul, L.A., Honolulu/Maui and Cleveland (my husband’s hometown). Today, I decided to start with one of my favorite banchans (반찬, side dishes), myulchi-bokkeum (멸치볶음). Continue reading
[chadolbagi: very thinly sliced brisket, duenjang: fermented soybean paste, jjigae: stew]
Chadolbagi (차돌박기) is paper thin brisket that is a popular cut of beef for barbeque. It is not marinated but simply grilled and usually served with a side of sesame oil with salt and pepper, variety of lettuces and ssamjang (쌈장). Continue reading
[Siguemchi: spinach, Duenjang: Korean soybean paste, Guk: soup]
Sigeumchi Duenjang-guk (시금치 된장국)is a very quick, nutritious soup that I make regularly for my family. Continue reading
[Dak: chicken, Galbi: Korean BBQ]
Dakgalbi is a popular dish, especially amongst young Koreans. Unlike my “Mom’s Chicken Galbi“ that I posted a few months ago, this chicken galbi is the traditional spicy kind. Continue reading
Yukgaejang (육개장): Spicy Korean Soup with Shredded Beef
Yukgaejang is a popular hearty, spicy Korean soup served with rice. I adore this soup and it is my husband’s family’s favorite, well… except for my husband who doesn’t like spicy foods. Honestly, it is not simple to make but it is not difficult either by any means. Continue reading
[Dotori: acorn, Muk: jelly, Bap: rice]
I always stop by this small restaurant near my mother’s art studio in Gonjiam, 1 hour away from Seoul. This restaurant called “Waehalmunijip (외할머니집),” which translates to maternal grandmother, was the first place I tried Dotorimuk-bap (도토리묵밥). This simple light yet delicious one-pot meal has become one of my favorite dishes since then. Continue reading
Dotori-muk moochim is my favorite Korean salad, which is a healthy, delicious salad made with acorn jelly. Dotori-muk is an acorn jelly that is known to help with digestion, strengthen blood vessels, and suppress the absorption of fat. Continue reading
[Gireum: oil, Ttuckbokki: marinated sautéed rice cake]
If you are on a diet, beware of this dish… fried rice cakes! Gireum-ttuckbokki (기름떡볶이) is sinfully delicious and simple to make, although probably not the best for those on diets. I love this version of ttuckbokki especially because it is crispy, soft and chewy. Continue reading
GANGNAM KITCHEN 