Seasonal Korean cooking with Taeyeon
Have you noticed the dozens of different soy sauces at Asian/Korean stores and wondered which one you should buy? Especially when cooking Korean dishes, you need to find a good ganjang (soy sauce) since it is the base of the flavors! Get to know ganjang (soy sauce) better to incorporate it into your everyday cooking! […]
For Korean cooks, 장 Jang, the sauces such as ganjang (soy sauce), doenjang (soybean paste), and gochujang (red chili paste) are soy-based fermented sauces are bread and butter. They form the essential flavors & foundation of Korean cooking. Get to know them better to incorporate Korean Jang into your everyday cooking. Let’s start our journey. […]
Looking for a quick and satisfying dinner? This creamy kimchi & chickpea stew, a twist on the traditional Korean biji-jjigae (비지찌개), is ready in just 15 minutes! Packed with bold flavors and plant-based protein, it’s a delicious way to enjoy the deep, tangy notes of fermented kimchi while keeping things simple and nutritious. What is […]
If you’re looking for a delicious plant-based dish that’s packed with flavor, you’ve found it! This gochujang-glazed tempeh recipe brings the bold, spicy kick of gochujang (Korean red chili paste) together with crispy tempeh, creating a sweet, savory, and satisfying meal that will quickly become a favorite. Whether you’re a long-time tempeh fan or trying […]
Did you know Kimchi can be made with any herbs & veggies? Of course, if you’ve seen my Tomato Kimchi posting already, then you would know already! My favorite herb kimchi is Coriander Kimchi. I learned to make it at a Korean Buddhist Temple, where nowadays is gaining so much attention for their healthy & […]
Japchae (잡채) is a dish that brings everyone to the table! These stir-fried glass noodles with colorful veggies and a sweet-savory sauce are a must-have for Korean celebrations. If you’ve had Japchae before, you know why it’s such a crowd favorite! The only catch? Traditional Japchae requires cooking each ingredient separately—blanching, stir-frying, seasoning… It’s a […]
Quinoa Rice: A Nutritious and Easy Upgrade to Your Korean Meals The basic staple of Korean cuisine: “밥 (Bap)”, a.k.a cooked/steamed short-grain rice. Cooking short-grain rice can be more tricky than long-grain rice. But let me show you the easy & simple ways to cook it perfectly! Looking for a simple way to add more […]
Are you a fan of spicy food? Tired of same ole tofu dishes? Well, I am! Try this recipe, a traditional Korean dish with a “1-2-3 Kimchi” twist. You will be amazed how flavorful, juicy the tofu is after 20 mins! A quick, easy and delicious dinner idea for everyone. 100% plant-based & vegan, but […]
This hearty pot of Lentil Doenjang-jjigae(렌틸 된장찌개), “Korean miso soup” is the ultimate comfort food. A bowl of creamy, umami deliciousness! And ETA to your belly is just 20 minutes! When being away from home, one thing I miss the most is the heartwarming and delicious smell of mom’s doenjang-jjigae. For this particular recipe, I […]
Stock(육수) is very important in Korean cooking, just using the stock will make a big difference to your soup, stews, & side dishes! With basic ingredients, it is so easy to make with simple steps! In Korean cooking, there are several variations to the stock, some recipes only require dried anchovies(멸치) or dried kelp(다시마), whereas […]