I’ve been obsessed with this spiral cucumber cutting hack lately, and I knew it had to become an oi muchim. I love how all those little accordion cuts hold onto the dressing while keeping the cucumbers whole and extra crunchy. It’s such a fun twist on a classic Korean side dish, and I honestly think…
If you’ve ever ordered Korean BBQ, you’ve probably had gyeranjjim (계란찜), the fluffy, jiggly steamed eggs that arrive bubbling hot in a stone bowl. Lately I’ve been making this high-protein microwave version with soft tofu, and I honestly can’t stop. The tofu blends almost seamlessly into the eggs, making them even softer and silkier while…
If you already love pickled vegetables, these pickle sheets are such a fun twist. This recipe was inspired by ssam-mu (Korean pickled radish wraps). Since cucumbers are everywhere during the summer, I decided to make pickle sheets using both cucumbers and radish. The cucumber adds a light, refreshing crunch, while the radish provides the crisp…
If you’ve been looking for more Korean side dishes using ingredients that are easy to find in the U.S., this is one of my favorites. This recipe was inspired by the viral garlic scape bibimbap that became popular in Korea, but I swapped in asparagus since it’s much easier to find while still giving you…
If you enjoyed my marinated soft tofu recipe, this is another easy way to enjoy soondubu. Instead of letting the tofu soak in a flavorful sauce, this version pairs it with crisp cucumbers, a savory-spicy dressing, and freshly ground roasted sesame seeds for a dish that feels light, refreshing, and almost salad-like. The cool cucumbers,…
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…
Soondubu-jang is one of my favorite easy Korean meal prep recipes because it requires almost no cooking. Soft tofu is topped with a savory soy sauce marinade made with onion, Korean chives, and chilies, creating a simple dish that’s flavorful, refreshing, and packed with protein. I especially love serving it over warm rice with gim,…
Ssam-mu is one of those things I almost never buy from the store because it’s surprisingly easy to make at home. In Korea, it’s commonly served with Korean BBQ, especially alongside grilled pork or beef, and the fresh, tangy flavor balances rich meats so well. I also use it often in my kimbap recipes instead…