Carrots are a wonderful and versatile vegetable that can be used in sweet, spicy and savory dishes. They’re not only delicious, they’re also incredibly nutritious — full of fiber, antioxidants and vitamins.
These air-fried gochujang carrots are my go-to when I want a fast snack or side dish that is healthy, but will also satisfy my craving for something spicy! Continue Reading…
Normal kimbap (also spelled gimbap, 김밥) is a delicious and healthy meal or appetizer option filled with your favorite veggies, optional egg or meat, and usually pickled yellow radish rolled into seaweed with steamed rice. You may also have heard it called “Korean sushi” because although it doesn’t have raw fish, it looks like a sushi roll.
As a child I always loved standing near my mom as she made kimbap because she’d feed me little strips of egg, meat, or veggies as she was rolling them.
If you’re cutting back on starches but still have a craving for kimbap, or if you’re looking to try something a little different from your keto cookbook, you can try this version of kimbap that omits the rice. Without it, you just have veggies, egg (and maybe meat), and seaweed. Continue Reading…
Dakdoritang (닭도리탕) is a spicy chicken stew with potatoes, carrots and onions that is traditionally cooked slowly over the stove. I loved the smell of our house whenever my mom cooked this dish, just thinking of it makes my stomach growl! Continue Reading…
If you’ve ever eaten at a Korean restaurant, you’ve likely tried some version of kongnamul muchim (콩나물 무침), or Korean soy bean sprouts. It’s a delicious and healthy side dish that can complement any meal, or you can even toss it into your bibimbap (Korean rice bowl). Continue Reading…
Having grown up with Korean food, I inherited this trait of craving spicy soup after eating too much sugar, dairy, or anything else too rich. After we’d attend potlucks or events with heavy pasta dishes, cream-based sauces or too many sweets, my mom would always say “Aigoo, I need something spicy!” Somehow, a fiery stew could cleanse that icky feeling.
One dish that would always do the trick is kimchi jjigae, 김치찌개. Continue Reading…
Here’s a burger with all of your favorite Korean flavors! The meat itself is umami, and the optional sauce gives a sweet and spicy kick. Continue Reading…