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 […]
Banchan(Side Dishes)
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 & […]