Gul Muchim – Seasoned / Marinated Raw Oysters

Gul Muchim - Seasoned or Marinated Raw Oysters

굴생채 In Korea oysters, or gul (굴), have a long history.  There is evidence of oyster consumption in Korea dating back to at least 8,000 years ago. Gul Muchim is one of the most popular ways to prepare oysters. Ingredients 12 ounces shelled oysters 2 large leeks 1/4 Asian (Nashi) pear (about … Read more

Gyeranmalyee – Rolled Omelet

Gyeranmalyee - Rolled Omelet

계란 말이 A Korean Rolled Omelette is quick, easy, and delicious. This side dish appears often in lunch boxes, at dinner tables, and is increasingly seen in Korean restaurants around the world. Ingredients 4 each large eggs 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon sugar 3 cloves garlic 3 each green [spring] onions 1/2 … Read more

Gamja Saelleodeu – Korean Style Potato Salad

Gamja Saelleodeu - Korean Style Potato Salad

감자 샐러드 A dish that has been adopted and adapted that now appears in most Korean restaurants as part of the banchan array. Ingredients 5 large russet potatoes ( or 8 to 10 medium reds) 8 each eggs 2 each Fiji apples (or sub semi sweet American apple) 1 each nashi pear … Read more

Sangchu Geotjeori – Fresh Lettuce and Greens Salad

Sangchu Geotjeori - Fresh Lettuce and Greens Salad

상추겉절이 This salad is one of the ancient Korean ways of fixing fresh leaf lettuce. Ingredients 1 head leaf lettuce (red or green top) 20 each Perilla/wild sesame leaves (kkaennip 깻잎) 20 each crown daisy leaves (ssukgat 쑥갓) 1 each Asian pear (approximately 12 ounces) Dressing:  3 cloves clove garlic 1 tablespoon … Read more

Oi Saengchae – Sweet Seasoned Cucumber

오이생채 Crisp, somewhat sweet and sour, this preparation is a great addition to any meal. Ingredients 6 to 8 each Korean cucumbers (Light to dark green, long, slender, rough or bumpy skin) 1 each small carrot 1/2 each small sweet onion 3 tablespoons sugar 3 tablespoons rice vinegar or white vinegar 2 … Read more

Daikon Radish Salad

Daikon Radish Salad

Servings: 30 Ingredients 1 each white Daikon radish, finely shredded (Approximately 2 lbs) 2 tablespoons salt 1 small small carrot, finely shredded 2 each green onions, cut in 1/4 inch pieces 1/4 cup rice vinegar or white vinegar 2 tablespoons sugar 1/2 teaspoon finely ground red chili pepper Procedure Prepare the radish: … Read more

Sukju Namul (Seasoned Mung Bean Sprouts)

Sukju Namul (Seasoned Mung Bean Sprouts)

Cooking Times Preparation Time: 8 minutes Cooking Time: 2 minutes Total Time: 10 minutes Ingredients 8 ounces mung bean sprouts 1 small green onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame seed 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon coarse ground red chili pepper 1/2 teaspoon rice wine or rice vinegar Procedure Wash … Read more

Ssari Beoseot Namul – Coral Mushroom Namul

Ssari Beoseot Namul - Coral Mushroom Namul

싸리버섯나물 Coral mushrooms, while not easily found, are a great addition to a Korean ban chan array. When they are in season, you may see them in the produce section of Korean or large Asian markets Ingredients 1/4 lb Coral Mushroom 2 ea green onions 2 ea slices white or yellow onion … Read more

Sigeumchi Namul – Seasoned Fresh Spinach

Sigeumchi Namul - Seasoned Fresh Spinach

시금치나물 A simple, quick, and tasty way to enjoy fresh spinach. Ingredients 2 bunches (about 12 ounces) fresh bunch spinach(stem & leaf, not the bagged leaves) 2 green onions, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 Teaspoon toasted sesame seed 1 Tablespoon + 1 teaspoon salt Optional 1 tablespoon Sogogi Dashida (powdered beef … Read more

Pachae – Seasoned Green Onions

Pachae - Seasoned Green Onions

파채 Seasoned green onions go well with many dishes, both Korean and non Korean. Mix this up and serve with Korean Grilled Meats, or your favorite grill or BBQ recipe. Ingredients 8 to 10 medium green onions Seasoning Sauce 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon coarse ground red chile pepper ½ tablespoon … Read more

Mindeulle Muchim

Mindeulle Muchim

민들레 무침 Mindeulle muchim is a somewhat spicy/sweet/sour salad like dish that is made from dandelion leaves and/or flower stems. Dandelions have long been used in Korean cuisine. The leaves and stems are used in soups or wild namul dishes, and with the root as a tea like beverage. They are high … Read more

Bean Sprouts for Ban Chan

Bean Sprouts for Ban Chan

숙주나물 (sukju-namul), 녹두나물 (nokdu-namul) A simple but tasty dish, crunchy mung or soy bean sprouts  are lightly blanched, then mixed with several seasonings. This is a common side dish in Korean restaurants, with many variations. Ingredients 1 lb fresh soy bean sprouts 2 green onion, chopped 1/2 small carrot, shredded 1 tsp … Read more