Why You Should Make Wild Garlic Kimchi This Season This is my original recipe for wild garlic kimchi, based on traditional Korean fermentation methods! It highlights the flavors of wild garlic in a naturally & authentic way! Spring is the perfect time to explore new flavors in fermentation, and wild garlic (San-maneul in Korean) is […]
Banchan(Side Dishes)
Mu Saengchae (Korean Spicy Radish Salad) |무생채
Crunchy, spicy, and slightly tangy, Mu Saengchae (무생채) is a classic Korean side dish. If you can’t find Korean radish, kohlrabi is the perfect substitute! Let’s make this easy and delicious banchan (side dish) at home. For the simplest meal, try it with a bowl of rice and a fried egg.Watch my Youtube Shorts video […]
Fluffy & juicy Zucchini Fritters (aehobak-jeon) |애호박전 [vegetarian, vegan friendly]
It’s the peak season of zucchinis. That means they taste the best and very cheap too 🙂 So during these summer months, I try to fill the table with different zucchini dishes. Aehobak-jeon, Korean zucchini fritters 애호박전 Aehobak-jeon, a.k.a. Korean zucchini fritters, is Koreans’ go-to fritter to make in summer. It’s very easy and simple […]
Gochujang saengchae (Korean salad with gochujang dressing) |고추장 생채 [vegan]
This Korean salad with sweet & spicy gochujang dressing is one of my staple banchan (side dish) on my lunch/dinner table. This salad especially goes well with seafood (mussels, shrimp, squid, etc.) because of its brightness but of course, you can also have it with meat or tofu/tempeh too! What is gochujang? Gochujang is Korean […]
Sangchu-namul (Korean lettuce side dish) | 상추나물 [vegetarian/vegan]
In summer, my grandma’s garden is filled with lettuce!They grow thick stems and they’re actually so crunchy and sweet when cooked! #zerowaste cooking 🙂 This traditional Korean recipe is from my grandma 👵🏻 but it’s also very often made by monks at Korean Buddhist temples💚 Never cooked a romaine lettuce before? Well, this will be […]
Gochujang Glazed Tempeh| 고추장 템페 볶음[vegan]
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 […]
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 & […]
Spicy soy-braised tofu|매운 두부조림[vegan]
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 […]
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 & […]