I’ve always loved the combination of chewy buckwheat noodles, crisp cucumber, and savory beef with a nutty sesame soy sauce, so naturally I wanted to turn those flavors into one of my mini kimbap rolls. And yes, I know kimbap (김밥) literally comes from gim (seaweed) + bap (rice). 😂 But kimbap has become such…
I’ve been having so much fun wrapping different fillings in cucumber ribbons lately, and after making my Teriyaki Chicken Cucumber Rolls, I knew I had to come back with another version. This time, I went with classic California roll-inspired flavors: seasoned sushi rice, creamy imitation crab, avocado, and lots of masago. Since cucumber ribbons naturally…
After sharing my original Whole Cucumber Stuffed Kimbap, I couldn’t stop thinking of different fillings to try. This version swaps the creamy tuna mayo and wasabi crab for savory homemade bulgogi and pairs it with spicy gochujang rice for a heartier flavor. I also used large Persian cucumbers instead of Korean cucumbers this time. Since…
When I studied abroad in Australia during college, one of my favorite sushi fillings was teriyaki chicken. It was everywhere, and I loved how the sweet and savory chicken paired with fresh cucumber and seasoned sushi rice. Even after moving back, it remained one of those combinations I always wished were easier to find. For…
If you love kimbap and cucumbers as much as I do, this recipe combines the best of both. The idea came to me when I realized cucumbers are already kind of kimbap-shaped. Instead of slicing them into thin strips, why not use the whole cucumber as the filling? I lightly pickle the cucumbers first so…
Traditional dragon rolls are absolutely delicious, but they’re also one of the trickier sushi rolls to make at home. Between rolling rice on the outside, layering thin slices of avocado over the top, and keeping everything together, there’s quite a bit involved. This version keeps all the flavors I love but in my mini rice…
Making ramen-shop-style bowls at home doesn’t have to mean simmering broth for hours. This easy version starts with Korean beef-bone soup instant noodles and upgrades them with glazed pork belly, soft-boiled egg, bean sprouts, green onions, and gim. The result feels surprisingly close to something you’d order at a ramen shop, but with only a…
If you love creamy pasta with kimchi and bacon, this creamy kimchi bacon udon is worth trying too. The combination of smoky bacon, tangy kimchi, garlic, cream, and chewy udon noodles creates a rich and comforting meal that comes together with surprisingly little effort. I usually make creamy kimchi bacon pasta, but one day I…
These Spicy Tuna Mayo Rice Pockets are one of my favorite quick meals to make when I have leftover rice and a can of tuna in the fridge. The folded shape is inspired by a popular Korean snack sometimes called jeogori kimbap because the finished shape resembles a jeogori (저고리), the traditional Korean jacket worn…
After sharing my Stuffed Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice, I knew I had to make a salmon version too. What I love about this format is that the rice gets extra crispy because of all the surface area, while the inside stays soft and slightly chewy. And since the spicy salmon is stuffed inside instead of…