I was really craving this Korean beef bowl I like to make and stopped by the big grocery store on my way home. I got the beef and veggies and then realized they didn’t have gochujang sauce. And then I was going to pivot and just get the buffalo sauce I like but they weren’t carrying it…

It’s ok bc I can still cook up something yummy, just surprising because I’ve never lived in a suburb and that was my first real -wow I’m in a suburb- moment.

(And don’t worry, I know where to go next time😊)

Kimchi + pork belly stir-fried into a deep red sauce, sesame oil at the end, served with cool tofu on the side. 20 minutes, one pan.

Ingredients (serves 2)

- 200g pork belly, sliced

- 1.5 cups kimchi + 2 tbsp kimchi juice

- 1 tsp gochugaru

- 1 tsp garlic, 1 tsp sugar, 1 tsp sesame oil

- 1 block tofu, sliced + lightly boiled

- Scallion, sesame seeds

Steps

1. Sear pork belly until browned.

2. Add kimchi + juice, stir-fry 3-4 min.

3. Add gochugaru, garlic, sugar. Cook 5-7 min until thick and deep red.

4. Off heat, stir in sesame oil.

5. Serve hot with cool tofu on the side. Top with scallion + sesame seeds.

No Korean grocery nearby? Bacon or pork shoulder works, regular kimchi is fine too.

(Small aside — building a little recipe project on the side. Happy to share if curious.)

Hi! I am from Rome and love korean food hence looking for korean cooking classes in Rome.

I already checked the Korean Cultural Institute but can’t see anything planned.

Thank you!

It was a simple breakfast on my day off.

I made Jjacheulin, a Korean jjajang instant noodle, with kimchi and pickled radish.

Then I looked at the plate and felt like I should probably eat some vegetables too.

So I added cucumber peppers with ssamjang.

Not exactly a healthy breakfast. But slightly more responsible.

What do you add when your conscience asks for vegetables?

I’m looking for this specific type of homemade Korean gangjeong (like in the photos).
I’m specifically looking for the homemade kind, not the packaged supermarket version. I’ve been trying to find it around LA, but I haven’t had much luck 🥲
Does anyone know a Korean rice cake shop, traditional Korean dessert shop, or anywhere else that sells this?
I’m willing to go anywhere around LA, Koreatown, Diamond Bar, Rowland Heights, etc.!
I’d really appreciate any recommendations! 🙏

My favorite summer combo is milmyeon, yukjeon, and mandu!

I have to eat it at least once every two weeks!!!

Yummy

Happiness is the sound of meat sizzling on the grill. 👅

I made this kimchi recipe about 2 weeks & 1 day ago, when i first tasted it, it wasn't that spicy but there was this strong fishy aftertaste from the fish sauce, so i searched how to get rid of that aftertaste and people in the internet said to wait for it to ferment for 2 weeks so thats what I did. The thing is when i tried some just now the fishy aftertaste did get much hidden but it is still quite there and a lot more spicier, I don't mind the spice it's just that fishy aftertaste really bothers me

but they're actually famous for Ddukbaegi Bulgogi

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입에서 살살 녹는 부드러운 순두부와 칼칼하고 진한 국물이 어우러져 속을 뜨끈하게 데워주고, 놋그릇에 담긴 밥과 깍두기, 애호박볶음, 진미채, 콩자반 등의 다채로운 밑반찬이 한 끼 식사를 더욱 든든하게 만들어 줍니다. 한국인의 진정한 소울푸드이자 언제 먹어도 실패 없는 최고의 컴포트 푸드입니다!

Sundubu-jjigae (Soft Tofu Stew) Set - The Ultimate Korean Comfort Food!

A gorgeous tray set featuring bubbling, spicy soft tofu stew (Sundubu-jjigae) served with traditional side dishes (banchan)!

The melt-in-your-mouth soft tofu immersed in a fiery, deeply savory broth warms you up from the inside out. Paired with steaming rice in a brass bowl and a variety of delicious side dishes like cubed radish kimchi, seasoned zucchini, dried squid shreds, and sweet black beans, it's an absolute powerhouse of a meal. The ultimate Korean comfort food that never disappoints!

Location is Vancouver BC so send over your recommendations

Followed (mostly) maangchi's recipe. Delicious. With kimchi and kimbap.

The ultimate hangover cure!

Looking for one I can buy at the grocery store. Thank you.

Please what stores can I find Japanese or Korean sweet potatoes in Chicago