Seasonal Korean cooking with Taeyeon
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 […]
Korean rice soup, or Gukbap (국밥), is the ultimate comfort food—deeply flavorful, nourishing, and satisfying. You may have seen it recently featured on NYT Cooking, but today, I’m sharing the authentic version, just like my grandma makes it. There are many versions of Gukbaps from different regions in Korea. But this Gyeongsang-do style beef radish […]
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 […]
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 […]
Tteokguk, My Family Style: A Hug in a Bowl to Start the Year Happy Seollal (Korean New Year’s Day)! If you’ve ever celebrated the Korean New Year, chances are you’ve had a warm, comforting bowl of Tteokguk. This traditional soup is made with chewy rice cakes swimming in a delicate broth, topped with colorful garnishes […]
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 […]
Bibim Guksu (Spicy Korean Cold Noodles) for Summer Heat ️ When the heatwave rolls in, Koreans reach for one of the most beloved summer dishes: Bibim Guksu. These spicy, sweet, and tangy cold noodles are not only refreshing, they’re incredibly easy to make! If you’ve got gochujang in your pantry, this is the perfect recipe […]
In peak summer, Korean rice tables fill with vibrant greens that cool and nourish the body. One of the most beloved ways to enjoy the season? It’s Ssam (쌈), or Korean vegetable rice wraps, paired with a rich, umami-packed gang-doenjang (강된장), a thickened soybean paste stew. This dish is a quintessential part of Korean home […]
Craving something quick, bold, and fresh? This gochujang saengchae (고추장 생채) is one of my favorite ways to bring Korean flavor to the table. With a simple spicy-sweet gochujang dressing, it turns everyday vegetables and herbs into a vibrant salad that’s perfect with rice and your favorite protein. It’s especially good with grilled seafood, tofu, […]
When summer hits its peak and the heat is inescapable, many Koreans turn to one of the most refreshing meals imaginable: Kong-guksu (콩국수), or chilled soy milk noodle soup. This dish is creamy, cooling, and deeply satisfying. And yes, it’s traditionally vegan too! In this simplified version, we make Kong-guksu with putkong (풋콩), also known […]