Category: Korean Dishes

  • Korean Fried Chicken – Why It’s So Popular Worldwide and a Must-Try in Korea

    Korean fried chicken, often called “chimaek” (치맥) when paired with beer (“maekju” in Korean), has gained immense popularity worldwide for its unique flavor, crispy texture, and addictive sauces. Unlike typical fried chicken, Korean-style fried chicken is double-fried, creating an ultra-crispy crust that stays deliciously crunchy. Alongside various sauces and seasoning options, the dish has become…

  • サムゲタン – 韓国の高麗人参チキンスープ

    サムゲタン (삼계탕) – 韓国の高麗人参チキンスープ は、韓国では地元の人々や旅行者に愛されている健康食です。夏の伝統的な料理としても知られ、その滋養強壮の効果で人気を集めています。サムゲタンは、若鶏の中にもち米、高麗人参、なつめ、栗、オウギなどを詰めて、約4時間じっくりと煮込んで作られます。 高麗人参の風味が染み込んだ鶏肉は柔らかく、スープも非常に濃厚で美味しいです。サムゲタンは、主にサムゲタン専門のレストランでのみ提供され、質が悪い料理を提供する店は長続きしないため、どのお店でも高品質なサムゲタンを楽しむことができます。 サムゲタンは他国の料理と似た点もあり、初めての方でも楽しむことができます。ただし、健康に良い材料が多く含まれているのが特徴です。このスープは「トゥッペギ」と呼ばれる土鍋で提供され、温かいまま長く楽しむことができます。熱い料理ですが、韓国では主に夏に食べられます。熱い料理を食べることで汗が出て、一時的に体温を下げる効果があります。 また、サムゲタンを食べる特定の日もあります。それが「伏日 (복날)」と呼ばれる、夏の最も暑い3日間です。この日には、全国のサムゲタンレストランが大勢の客で賑わいます。サムゲタンは免疫力を高め、体力を回復し、夏の暑さで落ちた食欲を取り戻す効果があると言われています。 食事前に高麗人参酒 (인삼주) を注文し、食欲を刺激するのもおすすめです。

  • Samgyetang – Korean Ginseng Chicken Soup

    Samgyetang (삼계탕) – Korean Ginseng Chicken Soup is a beloved health dish in Korea, cherished by locals and travelers alike. Known as a traditional summer meal, Samgyetang is celebrated for its nourishing qualities. This hearty soup is prepared by filling a young chicken with ingredients like glutinous rice, ginseng, jujubes, chestnuts, and astragalus, then simmering…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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,…

  • 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…

  • 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.…