Tag: main dish

The pajeon represents the pinnacle of Korean savory pancake craftsmanship, where the humble green onion is transformed into a crispy, savory delight that’s equally beloved as street food and restaurant fare. Korean Scallion Pancakes, whose name combines “pa” (green onion) with “jeon” (pancake), has long been a favorite rainy-day food in Korea, with the sizzling… Read more

This Korean beef bowl represent the perfect weeknight adaptation of traditional bulgogi flavors, where savory-sweet ground beef is served over steaming rice with fresh vegetables. This quick version captures the essence of Korean flavors while making them accessible for busy home cooks looking for a satisfying meal. What makes this Korean beef bowl particularly special… Read more

Kimchi Fried Rice (Kimchi Bokkeumbap 김치볶음밥) embodies the resourceful spirit of Korean home cooking, where yesterday’s kimchi and leftover rice are transformed into a deliciously satisfying meal. This beloved dish represents Korean cuisine’s “waste-not” philosophy, where aging kimchi isn’t seen as past its prime but rather as an ingredient entering its most flavorful stage. In… Read more

Japchae (잡채), Korean Glass Noodle Stir Fry, holds an honored place in Korean cuisine, originally created as a royal dish during the Joseon Dynasty but evolving into a beloved celebration food that graces tables at every major Korean holiday and celebration. This colorful medley of glass noodles and vegetables represents the Korean culinary principle of… Read more