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 …
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 …
Why Geotjeori? Baechu Geotjeori is a fresh, lightly seasoned Napa cabbage kimchi perfect for hot summer days when your appetite is low. It’s spicy and refreshing flavour wakes up your taste buds. It pairs wonderfully with grilled meat like samgyeopsal (pork belly), but also goes …
Steamed egg is a very common home-style Korean dish. It’s called gyeran-jjim (계란찜) in Korean, which literally means “steamed egg.” Families often serve it as a side dish (banchan) with rice, soups, and kimchi. It’s considered soft, warm, and gentle on the stomach, so people …
If you grew up in Korea during the 1970s or 80s, the word 돈까스 probably brings back a wave of warm nostalgia — the clinking of forks and knives in a small diner, the smell of sizzling breaded pork, and a plate that seemed almost …
What Is Gamja-chae Bokkeum? “Gamja” means potato,“chae” means shreds or strips, and“bokkeum” means stir-fry in Korean. So, Gamja-chae Bokkeum (감자채볶음) translates to “stir-fried shredded potatoes.” In Korean homes, some of the most comforting dishes aren’t elaborate or bold — they’re the quiet, everyday side dishes …
Japchae, which translates to “mixed vegetables,” is a beloved Korean noodle dish made with sweet potato glass noodles (dangmyeon) stir-fried with colorful vegetables, meat, and a savory-sweet sauce. Today, it’s a staple at celebrations, holidays, and everyday dinners. Today, japchae is considered a symbol of …
Bibimbap, which literally means “mixed rice” in Korean, is more than just a meal — it’s a vibrant symbol of balance, harmony, and Korean culinary philosophy. Traditionally, bibimbap was a way to use up leftover vegetables and side dishes, making it both resourceful and seasonal. …
For many Koreans, kimchi fried rice tastes like home. It’s often one of the first dishes learned when living alone, cooking in a dorm, or moving abroad. It evokes nostalgia and the warmth of everyday life—simple, quick, but deeply comforting. And it’s traditionally made with …