Soon dubu jjigae is Korean comfort food and can warm up the coldest night. A simple simmering of broth, kimchi, tofu and clams makes a stew with tons of flavor.
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Soon Dubu Jjigae
Sookju Namul
(Korean mung bean sprout salad)
Often spelled sukju namul, this simple yet satisfying sprouts salad is ubiquitous on the Korean table as a small vegetable side dish, or namul.
Sigumchi Namul
(Korean sesame spinach)
Sigumchi namul (시금치나물) is a simple and nutritious banchan, or side dish. It is commonly served with a variety of other banchan as part of a Korean meal.
Mae-un Dak Gui
(Korean hot and spicy grilled chicken)
There are a many grilled dishes in Korean cooking that take the name gui. Mae-un dak gui is one such dish that uses chicken, boldly flavored with a hot and spicy chili marinade.
Hobak Namul
(Korean zucchini squash side dish)
This namul, or vegetable side dish, makes good use of summer squash and is a popular accompaniment to many Korean meals.
Galbi Jjim
(Korean braised beef short ribs)
Kalbi jjim is a favorite comfort food for Koreans. Beef short ribs are slowly simmered in a sweet-salty broth until they are practically falling off the bone.
Bulgogi
(Korean barbecued beef)
Beef bulgogi is one of the best known of all Korean dishes. Originally cooked over a wood fire, bulgogi still tastes best with the smoky flavor of the grill.
Bibimbap
(Korean mixed rice bowl with toppings)
Koreans love bibimbap! Steamed rice is placed in serving bowls, topped with a meat and vegetables and seasoned to taste with a spicy, strong fermented soybean paste called gochujang.
Beuseus Namul
(Korean stir-fried mushrooms)
Beuseus namul (버섯 나물) is a typical Korean banchan, or side dish. It is simple but has a bold flavor. Serve as part of a Korean meal with an assortment of other banchan.
Baechu Kimchi
(Korean spicy fermented cabbage pickle)
Kimchi, a strongly flavored, odoriferous cabbage pickle, is served as a side dish for almost every Korean meal and is also used in stir-fries, soups and stews.