Salads

Gochujang saengchae (Korean salad with gochujang dressing) |고추장 생채 [vegan]
Banchan(Side Dishes), Salads, Vegetarian/Vegan Recipes

Gochujang saengchae (Korean salad with gochujang dressing) |고추장 생채 [vegan]

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, […]

Sangchu-namul (Korean Lettuce Side Dish) | A Crunchy, Nutty Banchan You’ll Make Again and Again
Banchan(Side Dishes), Korean Recipes, Salads, Vegetarian/Vegan Recipes

Sangchu-namul (Korean Lettuce Side Dish) | A Crunchy, Nutty Banchan You’ll Make Again and Again

Ever wondered what to do with that romaine lettuce sitting in your fridge? In Korean home kitchens, sangchu-namul (상추나물) is a lesser-known but beloved side dish where crisp lettuce is gently blanched, then dressed in a savory, nutty, and slightly sweet seasoning. This humble dish has roots in Korean Buddhist temple cuisine and everyday home […]

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 & […]