Korean food, made simple
🥘 An Introduction to Kimchi Jjigae Kimchi Jjigae is one of the most beloved comfort foods in Korean cuisine—a dish that feels like home even if you’re thousands of miles away. At its heart, it’s a simple stew made with aged kimchi and pork, simmered …
On days when I want something warm but not heavy, I steam napa cabbage (배추찜).Five minutes is enough to soften it while keeping its natural sweetness. I chop red pepper, green chilli, and scallions, mix them into a simple soy-based sauce, and spoon it over …
If you’re looking for a side dish that brings people together during Korean holidays or festive gatherings, Prawn-Stuffed Courgette Jeon is a perfect choice. It’s simple enough to make for a relaxed family meal, yet elegant enough to shine on a celebration table. In many …
Doenjang-jjigae(된장찌개) isn’t just a stew in Korea; it’s one of the most traditional flavours in Korean life. For thousands of years, fermented soybean paste (doenjang) has been part of everyday meals, and many Koreans grew up smelling it simmering in the kitchen. It’s a dish …
Korea’s Spicy Street Comfort If you grew up in Korea, there’s a good chance your memories of tteokbokki are tied to laughter, rainy afternoons, and the warm scent of gochujang drifting through a busy alleyway. It’s not just a snack — it’s a feeling. For …
There’s something so comforting about the sizzle of a jeon on a hot pan. Pa-Dak-Jeon (Korean Green Onion Chicken Pancake) is one of those dishes that instantly feels like home, no matter where you are. It’s a little bit like fried chicken, a little bit …
Sometimes the best meals are the simplest. This soy sauce noodle with stir-fried courgette is one of those dishes I turn to when I want something quick, light, and comforting. In Korea, we often make “ganjang bibim guksu”, soy sauce mixed noodles, as an easy …
If you’re looking for a quick and flavourful Korean dish, Jeyuk Bokkeum (제육볶음) is the answer. Also known as Korean Spicy Pork Stir-Fry, this dish is made with tender slices of pork belly, stir-fried in a bold gochujang (Korean chili paste) sauce. The result is …
There is something deeply satisfying about food that feels both familiar and surprising. Dumplings, in their many forms across the world, carry that universal sense of comfort. Wrapped parcels of flavour, often shared around a table, they speak of warmth, gathering, and care. Yet, the …
