Seasonal Korean cooking
![Gochujang saengchae (Korean salad with gochujang dressing) ｜고추장 생채 [vegan]](https://i0.wp.com/123kimchi.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/꾸미기Snapshot-17-07-2024-09_24-6.jpg?resize=760%2C400&ssl=1 "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 …
![Jjajangmyeon (Korean Black Bean Noodles) ｜짜장면 [vegan friendly]](https://i0.wp.com/123kimchi.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/꾸미기Snapshot-11-07-2024-14_09-2-e1720778072148.jpg?resize=760%2C400&ssl=1 "Jjajangmyeon (Korean Black Bean Noodles) ｜짜장면 [vegan friendly]")
Jjajangmyeon 짜장면 is everyone’s favorite and is THE popular dish nowadays! Today, I’m introducing a vegan-friendly version that everyone can enjoy, using seitan (soybean protein). Jjajangmyeon, with its Korean Chinese roots, has long been a comfort food for Koreans, although we don’t usually make it …
![Gochujang glazed tempeh(a.k.a. Heroin Tempeh) ｜ 고추장 템페 볶음[vegan]](https://i0.wp.com/123kimchi.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Snapshot-23-02-2020-22-35.png?resize=760%2C400&ssl=1 "Gochujang glazed tempeh(a.k.a. Heroin Tempeh) ｜ 고추장 템페 볶음[vegan]")
This gochujang glazed tempeh is crunchy, sweet n’ spicy, and SO ADDICTIVE! Crispy tempeh cooked to perfection(with my secret method) with delicious Korean gochujang sauce! Rumor has it that it’s crazy addictive, maybe as addictive as heroin…so some of my friends told me this is …
![Coriander Kimchi & Avocado Bowl ｜ 고수김치[vegetarian/vegan option]](https://i0.wp.com/123kimchi.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/KakaoTalk_20200216_231306233-scaled.jpg?resize=760%2C400&ssl=1 "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 …
![No hassle! One-pan Japchae(Stir-fried glass noodles & vegetables) ｜ 원팬 잡채[vegan]](https://i0.wp.com/123kimchi.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/KakaoTalk_20200209_231334072.png?resize=760%2C400&ssl=1 "No hassle! One-pan Japchae(Stir-fried glass noodles & vegetables) ｜ 원팬 잡채[vegan]")
Did you know? ALL Koreans love “잡채(Japchae)”, stir-fried glass noodles & vegetables with sweet & savory sauce! It’s one of the representative dishes for Korean festivities. If you’ve tried it, then you’ll see why it’s loved by everyone. The only bad part? It’s a lot …
![Quinoa rice ｜ 퀴노아 밥[vegan]](https://i0.wp.com/123kimchi.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/KakaoTalk_20200203_103733987.png?resize=760%2C400&ssl=1 "Quinoa rice ｜ 퀴노아 밥[vegan]")
The basic staple of Korean cuisine: “밥(Bap)”, a.k.a cooked/steamed short-grain rice. Cooking short-grain rice can be more tricky than long-grain rice. But let me show you the easy & simple methods to cook it perfectly! Also with a 1-2-3 Kimchi twist to it, with some …
![Spicy soy-braised tofu｜매운 두부조림[vegan]](https://i0.wp.com/123kimchi.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/KakaoTalk_20200108_083846722.jpg?resize=760%2C400&ssl=1 "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 …
![Lentil doenjang-jjigae(Korean soybean paste stew with lentils) ｜렌틸 된장찌개 [vegetarian/vegan]](https://i0.wp.com/123kimchi.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/KakaoTalk_20200119_143705181.jpg?resize=760%2C400&ssl=1 "Lentil doenjang-jjigae(Korean soybean paste stew with lentils) ｜렌틸 된장찌개 [vegetarian/vegan]")
This hearty pot of Lentil Doenjang-jjigae(렌틸 된장찌개), “Korean miso soup” is the ultimate comfort food. A bowl of creamy, umami deliciousness! And ETA to your belly is just 20 minutes! When being away from home, one thing I miss the most is the heartwarming and …
![Versatile Korean stock ｜한식 만능 육수[vegetarian/vegan option]](https://i0.wp.com/123kimchi.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/KakaoTalk_20200119_103026478.jpg?resize=760%2C400&ssl=1 "Versatile Korean stock ｜한식 만능 육수[vegetarian/vegan option]")
Stock(육수) is very important in Korean cooking, just using the stock will make a big difference to your soup, stews, & side dishes! With basic ingredients, it is so easy to make with simple steps! In Korean cooking, there are several variations to the stock, …
![Tomato Kimchi ｜토마토 김치[vegetarian/vegan option]](https://i0.wp.com/123kimchi.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/KakaoTalk_20200108_162223258.jpg?resize=760%2C400&ssl=1 "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 …
