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Kimchi
Ingredients:
● 300-400g Napa cabbage or Chinese cabbage, chopped into bite-sized pieces
● 1/2 cup Korean red pepper flakes (gochugaru)
● 1/4 cup fish sauce
● 2 tablespoons minced garlic
● 1 tablespoon minced ginger
● 1 tablespoon sugar
● 2 green onions, chopped
● 1 medium carrot, julienned
● 1 small onion, thinly sliced
● 1/4 cup salt
● Water (for soaking cabbage)
Instructions:
Preparation of Cabbage:
● In a large bowl, dissolve the salt in water. Submerge the chopped cabbage in
the saltwater and let it soak for about 1-2 hours. This will help to soften the
cabbage and draw out excess moisture.
● After soaking, rinse the cabbage thoroughly under cold water to remove the
salt. Drain well and squeeze out any excess water.
Prepare the Kimchi Paste:
● In a separate bowl, combine Korean red pepper flakes, fish sauce, minced
garlic, minced ginger, sugar, chopped green onions, julienned carrot, and
sliced onion. Mix well to form a thick paste.
Mixing the Kimchi:
● Add the drained cabbage to the kimchi paste. Using your hands (wearing
gloves if desired), gently massage the paste into the cabbage, ensuring that
every piece is well coated with the spicy mixture.
Fermentation:
● Transfer the kimchi mixture into a clean, airtight container or jar, pressing it
down firmly to remove any air pockets. Leave some space at the top as the
kimchi will expand during fermentation.
● Seal the container or jar tightly and let it ferment at room temperature for 1-2
days. After the first day, taste the kimchi occasionally until it reaches your
desired level of fermentation and tanginess.
● Once fermented to your liking, store the kimchi in the refrigerator to slow
down the fermentation process. It will continue to develop flavor over time.
Lettuce
Ingredients:
● 1 head of lettuce, leaves separated and washed
Instructions:
Prepare the Lettuce Wraps:
● Wash the lettuce leaves thoroughly and pat them dry with paper towels.
● Arrange the lettuce leaves on a serving platter, keeping them intact to use as
wraps.
Serve:
● Serve the lettuce leaves alongside Samgyupsal (pork belly) and Korean
dipping sauces.
Kongnamul Muchim (Seasoned soybean sprout)
Ingredients:
● 300g soybean sprouts
● 2 green onions, thinly sliced
● 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
● 1 tablespoon sesame oil
● 1 tablespoon soy sauce
● 1 clove garlic, minced
● 1 teaspoon sugar
● 1 teaspoon rice vinegar (or white vinegar)
● Optional: 1 teaspoon gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes) for spice
Instructions:
Blanch the Soybean Sprouts:
● Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add the soybean sprouts and cook for about 2-3
minutes until they are just tender but still crisp. Be careful not to overcook.
● Drain the soybean sprouts and rinse them under cold water to stop the
cooking process. Drain well and let them cool completely.
Prepare the Seasoning:
● In a small bowl, combine sesame oil, soy sauce, minced garlic, sugar, rice
vinegar, and gochugaru (if using). Mix well until the sugar is dissolved.
Season the Soybean Sprouts:
● In a mixing bowl, add the blanched soybean sprouts and sliced green onions.
● Pour the prepared seasoning over the soybean sprouts and green onions.
Toss gently to ensure all the sprouts are evenly coated with the seasoning.
Chill and Garnish:
● Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the seasoned soybean sprouts chill
in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
● Before serving, sprinkle sesame seeds on top for garnish.
Oi Muchim (Spicy cucumber salad)
Ingredients:
● 2 cucumbers, thinly sliced
● 2 green onions, thinly sliced
● 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
● 1 tablespoon sesame oil
● 1 tablespoon soy sauce
● 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (or white vinegar)
● 1 tablespoon gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes)
● 1 teaspoon sugar
● 1 clove garlic, minced
● Optional: 1 teaspoon fish sauce for added depth of flavor
Instructions:
Prepare the Cucumbers:
● Wash the cucumbers thoroughly. If using English cucumbers, you can peel
alternating strips of skin to create a decorative pattern. Slice the cucumbers
thinly into rounds.
Make the Dressing:
● In a small bowl, combine sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, gochugaru,
sugar, minced garlic, and fish sauce (if using). Mix well until the sugar is
dissolved and the ingredients are well combined.
Assemble the Salad:
● Place the sliced cucumbers and green onions in a mixing bowl.
● Pour the dressing over the cucumbers and toss gently to ensure they are
evenly coated with the spicy dressing.
Chill and Garnish:
● Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the Oi Muchim chill in the refrigerator
for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
● Before serving, sprinkle sesame seeds on top for garnish.
Mu Saengchae (Spicy radish salad)
Ingredients:
● 1 large daikon radish or 2-3 Korean radishes
● 2 green onions, thinly sliced
● 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
● 1 tablespoon sesame oil
● 1 tablespoon soy sauce
● 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (or white vinegar)
● 1 tablespoon gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes)
● 1 teaspoon sugar
● 1 clove garlic, minced
● Optional: 1 teaspoon fish sauce for added depth of flavor
Instructions:
Prepare the Radish:
● Peel the daikon radish or Korean radishes and cut them into thin matchsticks
or julienne strips. You can use a mandoline slicer or a knife for this.
Make the Dressing:
● In a small bowl, combine sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, gochugaru,
sugar, minced garlic, and fish sauce (if using). Mix well until the sugar is
dissolved and the ingredients are well combined.
Assemble the Salad:
● Place the sliced radish and green onions in a mixing bowl.
● Pour the dressing over the radish and toss gently to ensure they are evenly
coated with the spicy dressing.
Chill and Garnish:
● Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the Mu Saengchae chill in the
refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
● Before serving, sprinkle sesame seeds on top for garnish.
Gamja Jorim (Korean-braised Potato)
Ingredients:
● 4 medium-sized potatoes, peeled and cut into bite-sized chunks
● 2 tablespoons soy sauce
● 1 tablespoon brown sugar
● 1 tablespoon sesame oil
● 1 tablespoon rice wine (mirin) or water
● 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)
● 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
● 2 cloves garlic, minced
● 1 green onion, chopped
● 1 cup water
Instructions:
Prepare the Potatoes:
● Peel the potatoes and cut them into bite-sized chunks.
Make the Sauce:
● In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, rice wine
(or water), and sesame seeds (if using). Set aside.
Cook the Potatoes:
● Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or pot over medium heat. Add minced
garlic and chopped green onion, and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
● Add the potato chunks to the skillet and stir to coat them with the garlic and
green onion mixture.
● Pour in the sauce mixture and water. Stir to combine.
Braise the Potatoes:
● Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it
simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until the potatoes are
tender and the sauce has thickened.
Kimbap
Ingredients:
● 3 cups cooked short-grain rice
● 4-5 sheets of seaweed (nori)
● 1 carrot, julienned
● 1 cucumber, julienned
● 4-5 strips of pickled radish (danmuji)
● 2-3 strips of cooked ham or crab sticks
● 2 eggs, beaten and cooked into thin omelets
● 2 tablespoons sesame oil
● Salt and pepper to taste
● Optional: toasted sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions:
Prepare the Ingredients:
● Cook the short-grain rice according to package instructions and let it cool to
room temperature.
● Julienne the carrot and cucumber into thin strips.
● Cut the pickled radish, cooked ham, and omelets into strips similar in length
to the seaweed sheets.
Season the Rice:
● In a large mixing bowl, season the cooked rice with sesame oil, salt, and
pepper. Mix well to evenly distribute the seasoning.
Assemble the Kimbap:
● Place a sheet of seaweed on a bamboo sushi mat or a clean kitchen towel.
● Spread a thin layer of seasoned rice evenly over the seaweed, leaving a
small border along the top edge.
● Arrange the julienned carrot, cucumber, pickled radish, ham or crab sticks,
and omelet strips in a line along the bottom edge of the rice.
Roll the Kimbap:
● Using the bamboo sushi mat or kitchen towel, carefully roll the seaweed sheet
over the filling, applying gentle pressure to shape it into a tight cylinder.
● Continue rolling until you reach the top edge of the seaweed.
● Moisten the top edge of the seaweed with a little water to seal the roll.
Slice and Serve:
● Using a sharp knife, slice the rolled kimbap into bite-sized pieces, about 1-1.5
inches thick.
● Arrange the sliced kimbap on a serving plate and garnish with toasted
sesame seeds if desired.
Tteokbokki
Ingredients:
● 200g rice cakes (tteok), cylindrical shape preferred
● 2 cups water
● 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean red pepper paste)
● 1 tablespoon gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes)
● 1 tablespoon soy sauce
● 1 tablespoon sugar
● 1 tablespoon honey or corn syrup
● 1/2 onion, thinly sliced
● 2-3 green onions, cut into 2-inch pieces
● Optional: 1 boiled egg, fish cakes, or cabbage leaves
● Optional garnish: toasted sesame seeds, chopped green onions
Instructions:
Prepare the Rice Cakes:
● If the rice cakes are hard, soak them in cold water for about 30 minutes to
soften. Drain before using.
Make the Sauce:
● In a small saucepan, combine water, gochujang, gochugaru, soy sauce,
sugar, and honey or corn syrup. Stir well to dissolve the ingredients.
● Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
Cook the Tteokbokki:
● Add the sliced onion and green onions to the simmering sauce.
● Carefully add the rice cakes to the saucepan. Stir gently to coat the rice cakes
with the sauce.
● Continue cooking over medium heat for about 8-10 minutes, or until the rice
cakes are soft and the sauce has thickened. Stir occasionally to prevent
sticking.
Add Optional Ingredients:
● If desired, add boiled eggs, fish cakes, or cabbage leaves to the saucepan
during the last few minutes of cooking. Ensure they are heated through.
Serve:
● Transfer the Tteokbokki to a serving dish or individual bowls.
● Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions if desired.
Jajangmyeon
Ingredients:
● 200g fresh or dried noodles (such as udon noodles or wheat noodles)
● 100g pork shoulder or pork belly, diced into small pieces
● 1 onion, finely chopped
● 1 zucchini, diced
● 1 potato, diced
● 1/2 cup diced carrots
● 1/2 cup diced cabbage
● 4 tablespoons black bean paste (chunjang)
● 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
● 2 tablespoons sugar
● 2 tablespoons soy sauce
● 2 cups water or vegetable broth
● 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (optional, for thickening)
● Salt and pepper to taste
● Sliced cucumber for garnish (optional)
● Sliced green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
Prepare the Noodles:
● Cook the noodles according to the package instructions until they are al
dente. Drain and set aside.
Cook the Pork:
● Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the diced
pork and cook until browned and cooked through.
Prepare the Sauce:
● Push the pork to one side of the skillet and add the chopped onion. Cook until
the onion is softened and translucent.
● Add the black bean paste (chunjang) to the skillet and stir-fry with the onion
for a couple of minutes until fragrant.
● Stir in the sugar and soy sauce, mixing well to combine with the black bean
paste.
● Add the diced vegetables (zucchini, potato, carrots, cabbage) to the skillet
and stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes.
Simmer:
● Pour water or vegetable broth into the skillet and bring the mixture to a
simmer. Cook for about 10-15 minutes until the vegetables are tender and the
sauce has thickened slightly. If desired, you can add the cornstarch mixture to
further thicken the sauce.
Serve:
● Place a portion of cooked noodles into each serving bowl.
● Ladle the jajang sauce and vegetables over the noodles.
● Garnish with sliced cucumber and green onions if desired.
Bibimbap
Ingredients:
For the Bibimbap:
● 2-3 cups cooked short-grain rice
● 100g pork belly, thinly sliced
● 1 carrot, julienned
● 1 zucchini, julienned
● 1 cup spinach
● 1 cup bean sprouts
● 2-3 shiitake mushrooms, sliced
● 2-3 eggs
● 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
● Salt and pepper to taste
● Sesame seeds and/or sliced green onions for garnish (optional)
For the Bibimbap Sauce (Gochujang Sauce):
● 3 tablespoons gochujang (Korean red pepper paste)
● 1 tablespoon sesame oil
● 1 tablespoon soy sauce
● 1 tablespoon honey or sugar
● 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
● 1 clove garlic, minced
● 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions:
Prepare the Vegetables:
● Blanch the spinach in boiling water for about 30 seconds, then drain and
squeeze out excess water. Season with a pinch of salt and a drizzle of
sesame oil.
● Blanch the bean sprouts in boiling water for about 1-2 minutes, then drain and
season with salt and sesame oil.
● Sauté the julienned carrot and zucchini separately in a pan with a little
vegetable oil until they are cooked but still slightly crisp. Season with salt and
pepper.
● Sauté the sliced shiitake mushrooms in a pan until they are tender and
cooked through.
Cook the Pork:
● Heat a tablespoon of vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
● Season the thinly sliced pork with salt and pepper, then add it to the pan.
● Cook the beef for 2-3 minutes until browned and cooked through. Set aside.
Fry the Eggs:
● In the same pan, fry the eggs sunny-side-up or over-easy until the whites are
set but the yolks are still runny.
Make the Bibimbap Sauce (Gochujang Sauce):
● In a small bowl, combine gochujang, sesame oil, soy sauce, honey or sugar,
rice vinegar, minced garlic, and toasted sesame seeds (if using). Stir until well
combined.
Assemble the Bibimbap:
● Divide the cooked rice among serving bowls.
● Arrange the cooked vegetables, pork, and fried eggs on top of the rice in
separate sections, creating a colorful display.
● Drizzle the Bibimbap Sauce (Gochujang Sauce) over the top of the
ingredients.
● Garnish with sesame seeds and/or sliced green onions if desired.
Serve:
● Serve the Bibimbap immediately, with extra Bibimbap Sauce on the side for
those who want more spice.
Gopchang
Ingredients:
● 250g pork intestine
● Salt
● Pepper
● Sesame oil
● Soy sauce
● Garlic, minced
● Green onions, chopped
● Korean red pepper flakes (gochugaru) (optional)
Instructions:
Prepare the Beef Tripe:
● Rinse the pork intestine under cold water to remove any impurities. Pat it dry
with paper towels.
● Cut the pork intestine into bite-sized pieces, about 2-3 inches in length.
Marinate the Pork Intestine:
● In a bowl, season the beef tripe pieces with salt, pepper, sesame oil, soy
sauce, minced garlic, and chopped green onions. You can also add Korean
red pepper flakes (gochugaru) if you prefer it spicy. Adjust the seasonings to
taste.
Let it Marinate:
● Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the pork intestine marinate in the
refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or overnight for deeper flavor.
ITEMS DESCRIPTION
Dwaeji Bulgogi (spicy pork) Thinly sliced pork, marinated in a fiery blend
of spicy gochujang paste, soy sauce, garlic,
and a touch of sweetness.
Gireum-jang (made with sesame oil, salt, & Gireum-jang is a simple yet flavorful
black pepper) seasoning used in Korean cuisine, made
with sesame oil, salt, and black pepper.
Ssamjang (Mixture of chili paste & soy bean Ssamjang is a flavorful Korean dipping
paste) sauce made from a mixture of chili paste
(gochujang) and soybean paste (doenjang),
along with additional ingredients such as
garlic, sesame oil, and sometimes sugar or
honey.
Kimchi Jjigae (Kimchi Stew) Korean stew made with kimchi, tofu, pork or
beef, and various vegetables.Typically
cooked with onions, garlic, and sometimes
mushrooms or potatoes, kimchi jjigae is
known for its bold and robust taste, with
layers of umami and a hint of heat from the
kimchi.
Tteok Mandu Guk (Rice cake soup with Korean soup featuring rice cakes (tteok)
dumplings) and dumplings (mandu) in a savory broth.
Doenjang- Jjigae (Korean soybean paste Korean stew made with fermented soybean
stew) paste (doenjang), tofu, vegetables, and
often includes meat or seafood for added
flavor. The base of the stew is a savory
broth made from anchovy or beef stock,
infused with the rich and complex flavors of
doenjang.
Kimchi Fried Rice The dish starts with a base of cooked rice,
which is then mixed with chopped kimchi,
along with its juices, for a tangy and spicy
flavor. Additional ingredients such as diced
vegetables, garlic, onions, and sometimes
meat or tofu can be added to enhance the
dish's taste and texture.
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mango, and peach variations, offering a
delicious twist to the classic Korean spirit.