I’m making sure I try everything Korean while I’m visiting Seoul. Gogigui (Korean barbecue) refers to the method of cooking meat. The meal is prepared at the diner’s table on gas or charcoal grills. The most representative form is bulgogi which is made from thinly sliced marinated beef. Galbi (beef short ribs) are also popular. We decided to try…… Continue reading Korean bbq
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beef short rib stew
This Korean stew is deliciously sweet and salty. Cook it slowly or (if you’re short on time) in a pressure cooker. Sear 1.5kg (3 lbs) of beef short ribs in some vegetable oil over high heat then remove to a plate. Lower the heat and add 1 finely diced onion. Cook until soft before adding…… Continue reading beef short rib stew
kimchi
Kimchi is a traditional Korean side dish (banchan) made from salted and fermented vegetables.There are hundreds of varieties of kimchi but it is most commonly made with napa cabbage and Korean white radish (mu) and a variety of seasonings including Korean chilli flakes (gochugaru), garlic, ginger and often dried seafood. Traditionally kimchi was stored underground in jars but today…… Continue reading kimchi
pork bulgogi stir-fry
This Korean style stir-fry is spicy and sweet. The Korean ingredients are available at most Asian food stores. In a food processor combine a peeled and cored pear with 4 minced cloves of garlic, a minced knob of ginger, ¼ of a cup of Korean chilli paste, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 2 tablespoons of sesame oil,…… Continue reading pork bulgogi stir-fry
steak
Enhanced with a delicious Korean-style marinade this steak recipe should satisfy any meat lover. For 3-4 steaks you will need ⅓ of a cup of soy sauce, 4 finely sliced spring onions (more for garnish), 2 tablespoons each of olive oil, sesame oil, brown sugar and red wine vinegar, 2 cloves of minced garlic and freshly ground…… Continue reading steak
bi bim bap
This Korean rice dish is traditionally served in heated stone bowls, making the rice crispy around the edges. For my version the ingredients you will need from a Korean or Japanese store are rice (short grain sushi quality), dried sliced Shitake mushrooms, toasted nori strips, black sesame seeds, chilli paste and white miso. Measure the rice into…… Continue reading bi bim bap
grilled salmon
This is such a simple and delicious way to cook fresh salmon fillets. The flavouring is Korean in style. Make a marinade of 2 tablespoons each of soy sauce, malt vinegar (red wine vinegar would work too) and brown sugar, 2 teaspoons of sesame oil and 2 cloves of crushed garlic. Pour this over the…… Continue reading grilled salmon
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