korean Recipes
87 delicious korean recipes from around the world
Kimbap
Kimbap are Korean seaweed rice rolls, featuring seasoned rice and a colorful assortment of fillings rolled tightly within a sheet of gim (dried seaweed). They are a popular and convenient picnic food, snack, or light meal.
Kimchi Jjigae (Spicy Korean Kimchi Stew)
A quintessential Korean comfort food, this hearty and spicy stew features fermented kimchi, tender pork, and silken tofu, simmered to perfection. It's best enjoyed piping hot, especially on a cold day.
Kkakdugi (Korean Cubed Radish Kimchi)
Kkakdugi is a refreshing and crunchy Korean kimchi made with cubed radish. It's known for its vibrant red color, spicy kick, and tangy fermented flavor. Perfect as a side dish with any Korean meal, especially with stews and soups.
Kkori Gomtang (Korean Oxtail Soup)
A deeply nourishing and comforting Korean oxtail soup, characterized by its rich, milky bone broth achieved through a long, slow simmer. This recipe focuses on extracting maximum flavor and collagen from the oxtail for a truly authentic experience.
Kkotgetang (Spicy Korean Crab Stew)
A flavorful and hearty Korean crab stew, Kkotgetang, is a seasonal delicacy featuring tender blue crab in a rich, spicy broth. This recipe balances the sweetness of the crab with the savory depth of doenjang and the vibrant kick of gochugaru, making it a comforting and delicious meal.
Kongguksu (Korean Cold Soy Milk Noodles)
A refreshing and protein-rich Korean summer noodle dish featuring chilled noodles served in a creamy, homemade cold soy milk broth. It's surprisingly simple to make and incredibly satisfying.
Kongnamul Guk (Korean Soybean Sprout Soup)
A simple, refreshing, and deeply comforting Korean soybean sprout soup, often hailed as a potent hangover remedy. Its clean flavor and delicate texture make it a staple in Korean households.
Kongnamul Muchim (Seasoned Soybean Sprouts)
A classic and essential Korean banchan (side dish), Kongnamul Muchim features blanched soybean sprouts seasoned to perfection, offering a refreshing crunch and savory flavor.
Korean Fried Chicken (Yangnyeom Chicken)
Experience impossibly crispy Korean fried chicken, achieved through a double-frying technique. The chicken is coated in a light, crunchy batter and then tossed in a sweet, spicy, and savory gochujang glaze. This recipe ensures the coating stays delightfully crisp even after saucing.
Korean Mandu (Dumplings)
Authentic Korean dumplings filled with a savory mixture of ground pork, firm tofu, crisp vegetables, and chewy glass noodles. These versatile dumplings can be steamed to a tender perfection, boiled, or pan-fried for a delightful crispy exterior. A beloved dish often enjoyed during holidays and family gatherings.
Miyeok Guk (Korean Seaweed Soup)
Miyeok Guk, often called Korean Seaweed Soup, is a comforting and nutritious dish traditionally served to new mothers to aid recovery and celebrated on birthdays. This simple yet deeply flavorful soup features tender seaweed and your choice of protein in a savory broth.
Modeum Jeon (Assorted Korean Pan-Fried Delicacies)
Modeum Jeon is a delightful assortment of Korean pan-fried dishes, featuring a variety of thinly sliced vegetables and proteins, coated in a light batter and pan-fried to a perfect golden crisp. It's a popular dish for holidays and special gatherings, often served with a savory dipping sauce.
Myeolchi Bokkeum (Korean Stir-Fried Anchovies)
A popular Korean banchan (side dish) or snack, myeolchi bokkeum features small, dried anchovies coated in a sweet and savory glaze. They are stir-fried until crispy and slightly chewy, making for a delightful textural contrast. This dish is a fantastic source of calcium and is often packed in lunchboxes.
Naengmyeon (Korean Cold Noodles)
A refreshing Korean summer dish featuring chewy buckwheat noodles served in a bracingly cold, tangy broth or tossed with a spicy sauce. This recipe focuses on the classic mul naengmyeon (water naengmyeon).
Nakji Bokkeum (Spicy Stir-Fried Baby Octopus)
Nakji Bokkeum is a vibrant and popular Korean dish featuring tender baby octopus stir-fried in a fiery, savory, and slightly sweet sauce. It's known for its bold flavors and quick cooking time, making it a fantastic weeknight meal or appetizer.
Napa Cabbage Kimchi (Baechu Kimchi)
Korea's quintessential fermented dish, this vibrant Napa cabbage kimchi is packed with probiotics and flavor. It features a spicy, savory paste made from gochugaru, garlic, ginger, and salted seafood, coating tender, brined cabbage leaves.
Ojingeo Bokkeum (Korean Spicy Stir-Fried Squid)
A vibrant and flavorful Korean dish featuring tender squid stir-fried in a spicy, savory gochujang-based sauce with fresh vegetables. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal.
Pajeon (Korean Scallion Pancake)
A savory and crispy Korean pancake loaded with fresh scallions and optional seafood. Perfect as an appetizer or a light meal, especially on a rainy day.
Patbingsu (Korean Shaved Ice)
A refreshing and customizable Korean shaved ice dessert, featuring a mountain of finely shaved ice topped with sweet red bean paste, chewy rice cakes (tteok), fresh fruit, and a drizzle of condensed milk. Perfect for a hot summer day.
Saeng Galbi (Korean Unseasoned Short Ribs)
Saeng Galbi, meaning 'raw ribs,' is a classic Korean BBQ dish featuring unseasoned beef short ribs grilled to perfection and served with a simple yet flavorful salt-sesame oil dipping sauce. This recipe highlights the pure, unadulterated taste of high-quality beef.
Saengseon Jjim (Korean Braised Fish)
A comforting and flavorful Korean braised whole fish, cooked in a rich, spicy sauce with tender radish and vegetables. This dish is often served for special occasions and celebrations.
Samgak Kimbap (Korean Tuna Mayo Triangle Kimbap)
Samgak Kimbap, often found in Korean convenience stores, is a delightful and portable rice ball shaped into a triangle, similar to Japanese onigiri, but with distinctly Korean flavors. This version features a classic tuna mayo filling.
Samgyeopsal (Korean Grilled Pork Belly)
Samgyeopsal is a popular Korean dish featuring thick slices of grilled pork belly, cooked at the table and enjoyed wrapped in fresh lettuce leaves with various accompaniments. It's a communal and interactive dining experience.
Samgyetang (Ginseng Chicken Soup)
Samgyetang is a deeply nourishing and restorative Korean soup made with a whole young chicken stuffed with glutinous rice, ginseng, garlic, jujubes, and chestnuts. Traditionally enjoyed on the hottest days of summer to combat fatigue, this dish is believed to have significant health benefits.