Korean Food Recipes

07/24/2026

Ever wondered to take a look at banchan. Nice article to spread culture. Sometimes you just eat rice and banchan.

The first thing that surprises most people about a traditional Korean meal isn't the barbecue or the steaming bowl of soup. It's the table itself. Before the main dish even arrives, it's already covered with tiny bowls filled with colourful vegetables, kimchi, seasoned spinach, marinated beans, stir...

04/26/2026

Ssamjang. Clever chef

[Ingredients]
A handful of green onions (scallions)
Ground perilla seeds 2 tbsp
Doenjang (Korean soybean paste) 2
tbsp
Gochujang 1 tbsp
Soy sauce 1 tbsp
Gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes)
1 tbsp
Minced garlic 1 tbsp
Oligodang 1 tbsp
Perilla oil 1 tbsp
Sesame seeds 1 tbsp

Key details about Oligodang syrup:
Health Benefits: It typically contains 35% dietary fiber and roughly 40% fewer calories than white sugar.
Culinary Uses: Ideal for glazes, savory stir-fries, and marinades because it prevents food from burning or caramelizing too quickly, offering a mild, clean sweetness.
Best Brands: Beksul is often cited as the top-selling brand, while Chung Jung One and O'Food are also popular options.
Ingredients: Often derived from fructo-oligosaccharides, though rice-based versions (rice oligodang) are also available.
Usage Tip: It is best used for lower-heat cooking, as high heat can break down the beneficial prebiotic fibers.
Storage: Store in a cool, dark place or in the refrigerator after opening.