Aeri's Kitchen

Korean Food and Recipes

BiBimMalI

비빔말이, BiBimMalI

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Cooking and eating is often featured in TV programs, and it has become popular in Korea for the past few years. If you are into Korean TV programs, you might be familiar with the show “Happy Together” (Late Night Cafeteria). Korean celebrities come on the show as guests and share their own recipes. Judges try the dishes and pick a winner. There were many interesting dishes that you never see in restaurants, or even at home. In one episode, I saw this bibim mali made by Im SeulOng (2AM member). Since he used one of my favorite Korean instant noodles, bibimmyeon as the main ingredient, it immediately caught my eyes. I had to try it, and I did. 🙂 As the judges in the show loved it, I loved it too. I’m excited to share this recipe with you. The sweet, spicy, and slightly sour noodles rolled in the dried laver makes a wonderful finger food. You should try this simple, fun, and delicious recipe someday.

Yield: 12 Pieces

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Dinosaur Egg

공룡알, GongRyongAl

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Hi Everyone. Today, I will share a very tasty snack food that brings back good memories from hometown. My hometown, Gwangju, has a popular bakery called “Gongjeon Jegwa” which can be translated as “Palace Bakery.” It started as a local bakery and has now grown into several branches. One of their signature breads is this “GongRyongAl” which means “Dinosaur Egg.” Oh don’t worry or be scared – it doesn’t have any dinosaur eggs in it. lol It is a famous and popular bread that I ate while growning up. I wanted to make it at home, and this recipe is what I came up with. It was a huge success and my Korean family members told me it’s even better than the one the bakery makes. yay ~~~ 🙂 The flavor is almost the same, so I’m happy with the result. Now I can make it anytime, anywhere when I get hungry for it. The fresh french baguette filled with this yummy egg salad and other ingredients will give you a very pleasant experience. Try it someday.

Yield: 6 Pieces

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Spicy Tofu JoRim

매운 두부조림, MaeUn DuBuJoRim

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Is there anyone out there who gets hungry for spicy food? I’m one of them. I have to have spicy food pretty regularly. lol The other day, I was hungry for something spicy and I made this deliciously spicy tofu recipe. I added extra fresh hot peppers in addition to the spicy sauce for the dish and it was good enough to satisfy my craving for spicy food. It is savory spicy tofu side dish that can be good for vegetarians. Try this super delicious recipe with simple ingredients someday.

Yield: 2 Servings

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Onion Rings TwiGim

양파링 튀김, YangPaRing TwiGim

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Hi everyone! Finally, I feel and can say that I’m back into my routine for posting recipes. I got so many supportive comments on my YouTube videos recently and that really encouraged and motivated me to plan for the next recipe. 🙂 My blog viewers seem not as active as YouTube subscribers and I can totally understand it. It can be because of my irregular posting and posts for a long time on the website. I apologize about it again. Please leave a comment and let me know that you are still visiting my website. hehe I will be very happy to talk to you here as I do on YouTube.

Today I will show you another successful recipe – Korean style onion rings. If deep fried food wasn’t so unhealthy, I would make it more often since it is so delicious and addictive. I’m excited to show you how to make these extra crunchy and delicious onion rings. The secrets for tasty and crunchy onion rings follow. Try them someday.

Yield: 3 Servings

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Addictive Kimbap

마약 김밥, MaYak GimBap

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Hi everyone! Today I will introduce you to an addictive or irresistible kimbap. Unlike normal kimbap, it only asks for 3 kinds of filling. The dipping sauce for this kimbap makes it special and delicious. The size is small and good for kids to enjoy. Our boys gave me two thumbs up and kept asking me to give them more. I made 16 pieces and the boys ate all of them. So, I was hungry. lol Next time, I will make sure to double the recipe. hehe The weather is beautiful for a picnic. Maybe you can make this easy simple, yet super delicious kimbap and go on a picnic with your loved ones. Please try it someday. 🙂

P.S. In Korea, there isn’t a drug problem like in the USA. So, Koreans don’t think much about calling this specific kimbap as “mayak kimbap” which translates to “Drug kimbap” in English. Since it is too delicious to stop eating, it got the name like that. Since I post this recipe in English, I tried to avoid using the word ‘drug’ in my post. Instead, I called it “addictive kimbap”. Please understand that. 🙂

Yield: 16 2-Inch Rolls

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Lotus Root and Beef Jeon

소고기 연근전, SoGoGi YeonGeunJeon

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Hi everyone – long time no see. 🙂 Today, I will share a fun and delicious recipe using lotus root and beef with you. I’m not a big fan of “healthy” lotus root, however, lotus root jeon can be an exception. I love the chewy and crunchy texture of the lotus root’s outside and savory flavored soft beef patty inside. I think it is an interesting combination of texture and flavor that you need to try someday. As you see, it looks pretty and fancy, so it can be a good choice for special guests. If you have any questions, please feel free to leave a comment. Also, I want to say thank you to everyone for your comments during my absence. 🙂

Yield: 16 Pieces

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Oil TteokBokkI

기름 떡볶이, GiReum DdeoBokkI

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Hi Everyone! For this recipe, I have a 5 star recipe (out of five) that my husband gave. It is oil ddeokbokki, called “기름 떡볶이” in Korean. Yes, you know ddeokbooki – it is a soft, chewy, sweet, and (often) spicy rice cake dish. It is very popular everywhere in Korea. This oil ddeokbokki is a little different from normal ddeokbokki for the flavor and especially the texture. It is more crispy and chewy. It has more hot pepper powder flavor in it than normal ddeokbokki. If you are tired of same old ddeokbooki, here is something different, yet delicious for you to try.

BTW, how are you all doing? It’s been about a half year since we moved to Korea. Life is pretty busy here, but thankfully, the kids adjusted well. Bryson and Logan are both doing great for their Korean and English speaking abilities. Bryson likes his kindergarten very much. My husband, Jason is in a vacation mood in Korea while he is preparing to get a job. It is rainy season now here, so it is hot and humid. The spring was awesome with a lot of cool breezes and beautiful nature. I’m out of control for eating Korean food, so I’m not doing very well with my diet. lol But for now, I will enjoy my delicious Korean food that I missed for years in America. hehe I just wanted to give you a brief update about us. I hope everybody stays cool and healthy. ^^ p.s Please leave a comment because I love reding your comments. 🙂

Yield: 2 Servings

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Fast-fermented Soybean Paste JjiGae

청국장 찌개, CheongGukJang JjiGae

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Today, I will introduce a very traditional and popular Korean soup made with fermented soybean paste. Many of you already may know about Korean soybean paste soup. If you are into it, you will love this healthier version. The only one downside for this soup is that it has a strong  smell that might make you hesitant to try it. However, that smell is deceiving. It has great flavor. 🙂 With all the vegetables and tofu, you can enjoy a good combination of flavor and texture. Try it someday. ^^

Yield: 4 Servings

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