Appetizers

White Asparagus Mul Kimchi (Water Kimchi)
Appetizers, Fermentation, Kimchi

White Asparagus Mul Kimchi (Water Kimchi)

Naturally Vegan, Refreshing, and Perfect for Spring Let’s celebrate spring with a light and elegant Korean fermentation recipe using one of Europe’s most beloved seasonal vegetables: white asparagus, also known as white gold. This White Asparagus Mul Kimchi is a refreshing, naturally fermented mul kimchi (water kimchi) that’s chilled, crisp, and just lightly bubbly. It’s […]

Easy Korean Butternut Squash & Bean Porridge (Hobak-juk)
Appetizers, Korean Recipes, Main Dishes, Recipes, Soup & Stew

Easy Korean Butternut Squash & Bean Porridge (Hobak-juk)

When the temperature drops, there’s one dish I always turn to: Hobak-juk (호박죽), a warm, velvety Korean pumpkin porridge that’s smooth, slightly sweet, and so comforting. Traditionally made with bigger pumpkin or kabocha squash, this version uses butternut squash, which is just as delicious and easier to find in many places. Plus, I’m adding a […]

Baechu Mandu (Napa Cabbage Dumplings) |배추만두
Appetizers, Main Dishes, Recipes, Rice & Noodles, Snacks

Baechu Mandu (Napa Cabbage Dumplings) |배추만두

Baechu Mandu: Dumplings Without Dumpling Dough That You’ll Love Koreans love dumplings—whether they’re steamed, boiled, pan-fried, or served in a comforting bowl of soup. While 만두 mandu (Korean dumplings) often come wrapped in wheat flour skins, there’s a lesser-known but equally delicious variety: baechu mandu (배추만두), dumplings wrapped in napa cabbage leaves. The star of […]

Aehobak-jeon (Korean Zucchini Fritters) | Fluffy, Juicy, and Naturally Vegan-Friendly
Appetizers, Banchan(Side Dishes), Jeon (Pancakes), Recipes, Vegetarian/Vegan Recipes

Aehobak-jeon (Korean Zucchini Fritters) | Fluffy, Juicy, and Naturally Vegan-Friendly

There’s nothing like summer in Korea when the markets are filled with vibrant green squash known as aehobak (애호박). And when zucchini (or Korean squash) is at its peak, which are sweet, tender, and budget-friendly – it’s time to bring out one of Korea’s favorite summer dishes: Aehobak-jeon, or Korean zucchini fritters. These fritters are […]

Coriander Kimchi & Avocado Bowl | 고수김치[vegetarian/vegan option]
Appetizers, Banchan(Side Dishes), Korean Recipes, Recipes, Salads, Vegetarian/Vegan Recipes

Coriander Kimchi & Avocado Bowl | 고수김치[vegetarian/vegan option]

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 & […]

Tomato Kimchi |토마토 김치[vegetarian/vegan option]
Appetizers, Banchan(Side Dishes), Korean Recipes, Recipes, Salads, Vegetarian/Vegan Recipes

Tomato Kimchi |토마토 김치[vegetarian/vegan option]

Have you heard of Tomato Kimchi(토마토김치)? These sun-kissed tomatoes are stuffed with crunchy radish stuffing tossed with umami-filled kimchi dressing. The dressing brings out the ingredients’ own natural taste to the most, bursting with flavors! And what’s more, it’s 100% naturally vegetarian-friendly! Kimchi, one of the representative dish in Korea, usually refers to seasoned & […]