Category: Korean Dishes
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Jajangmyeon – Every Korean Loves This Noodle Dish
In the realm of Korean cuisine, one dish truly shines for its distinct flavor and cultural importance: Jajangmyeon (자장면 or 짜장면). This delightful noodle dish has won the hearts and palates of people globally, and in this exploration, we’ll discover what makes jajangmyeon so exceptional. The History of Jajangmyeon Jajangmyeon has its origins in China…
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Korean Fried Chicken & Chimaek – An Elevated Experience
If there’s one dish you must try while in Korea, it’s Korean fried chicken. You might wonder why you’d want to try chicken abroad since it’s already a common dish back home. The answer is simple: Korean chicken offers a taste experience unlike any you’ve had before. With unique flavors and textures, you’ll be left…
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Bibimbap – Korean Mixed Rice with Vegetables
Bibimbap is a beloved traditional Korean dish that combines an assortment of fresh vegetables and herbs with rice and gochujang (red pepper paste). Sometimes, minced beef is added for extra flavor. Common vegetables include bean sprouts, bracken, mushrooms, bellflower root, spinach, carrots, and cucumber, all topped with a fried or raw egg. Just before mixing,…
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Delicious Korean BBQ Samgyeopsal
If there’s one dish that’s essential in exploring Korean cuisine, it’s “Samgyeopsal” 삼겹살, the beloved grilled pork belly. Koreans consume around 7.2 kg of Samgyeopsal per person annually, which averages out to about 600 grams per month. Interestingly, 60% of Koreans enjoy Samgyeopsal at least once a week. These numbers alone hint at the cultural…
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Dakgalbi – Korean Spicy Stir-Fried Chicken
Dakgalbi 닭갈비 is a Korean dish of stir-fried chicken marinated in a spicy red pepper paste, cooked with a mix of vegetables like cabbage, sweet potato, carrot, green onion, perilla leaves, and chewy glass noodles. The dish has a wonderful balance of spiciness and sweetness, which makes it a hit among people of all ages.…