I might actually like baek kimchi (ė°±ź¹ģ¹) more than regular kimchi. Baek kimchi, or Korean white kimchi, is honestly so underrated. It’s savory, slightly sweet, super refreshing, and just so easy to eat. And as a certified broth person, I especially love that you get all that cold, flavorful fermented brine with every bite. This…
This braised kimchi is one of my favorite low-effort Korean comfort food recipes. With just a few ingredients, the kimchi slowly simmers until it’s incredibly soft, rich, and flavorful. The combination of perilla oil (deulgireum), Korean plum extract (maesil-cheong), and rice-rinsing water (ssalddeumul) creates a surprisingly deep flavor despite the short ingredient list. The kimchi…
Dakdoritang is one of the ultimate Korean comfort foods to me. Itās spicy, savory, slightly sweet, and packed with tender chicken, soft vegetables, and chewy glass noodles that soak up all the sauce. This version is made in the rice cooker, which honestly makes the whole process much easier and more forgiving than cooking it…
Gulim mandu is one of those Korean recipes that feels surprisingly simple once you make it. āGulimā means rolling in Korean, and instead of wrapping dumplings with a wrapper, you simply roll the filling in starch before steaming. It gives the dumplings a soft, slightly chewy coating while keeping the inside really juicy and tender….
This is one of those cozy meals that feels a little extra special without requiring too much effort. The ribs are inspired by a popular Korean-style gochujang butter rib recipe, but I adjusted the flavors a bit to fit my own style. The sauce is spicy, savory, slightly sweet, and rich from the butter, and…
For my husbandās birthday, I always like to cook a full spread of Korean dishes at home. LA galbi is one of the dishes I keep coming back to ā it just feels right for a special meal. Traditionally, the marinade uses blended fruit thatās strained, but I like to keep things simple while still…
This dish means a lot to me. Growing up, my grandma would make big batches of mandu whenever we visited. One of my favorite memories is sitting next to her at the table, helping fold dumplings. I still remember the smell and how warm the kitchen felt. This version follows her style, with a slightly…