Seasonal Korean cooking with Taeyeon
I’ve always loved juicy and crisp endives, also for its slight bitterness that follows after sweetness. Now that I live in The Netherlands, where I can get a bag of 4 endives for only around 2 euros, I’m looking for different ways to bring it onto my table 🙂 Although I do love to make […]
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 […]
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 & […]
Japchae (잡채) is a dish that brings everyone to the table! These stir-fried glass noodles with colorful veggies and a sweet-savory sauce are a must-have for Korean celebrations. If you’ve had Japchae before, you know why it’s such a crowd favorite! The only catch? Traditional Japchae requires cooking each ingredient separately—blanching, stir-frying, seasoning… It’s a […]