Aged Kimchi and Pork Belly 묵은지 삼겹살

Since we are back after a long pause of updates, this entry is to explain and emphasize one of the menus we introduced earlier in the previous blog below. The menu is called 묵은지 삼겹살 (Mook-eun-ji Sam-kyop-sal)

As you know, kimchi helps appetizing the meals and while eating with oily food such as pork belly, in this case, kimchi helps reduce the oil from the pork. However, the kimchi that are use in this menu are unique with special point, which we would like to point out to you ^^*

묵은지 (Mook-eun-ji) is known as an aged kimchi. Aged kimchi are simply kimchi that are fermented for a long period of time. Since in Korea, kimchi are widely eaten by Koreans in every meal, there is a period of time during winter that people would make kimchi. These aged kimchi are special kimchi that would get fermented throughout the winter days. All the seasonings are well absorbed into the vegetables and creates a strong taste.

Next time you think of eating pork belly, but don't forget to ask for 묵은지 :)

We're back with 3 Korean dishes!

Hello! Finally, after a long time, we are back ^^ Since it is our comeback entry, we would like to present to you three Korean menus! Some of the menus m

ight be familiar to you because they were already posted in our previous posts. However, we think it would be a good idea to once again, give an introduction to these mouth-watering dishes. So stay tune and let's explore the taste of Korea

along with us ;)

The first menu for today is called: 된장찌개 (Dwen-jang-ji-gye) Soy Bean Soup

It is a typical Korean dish, but the taste will never disappoint you in your hungry time! The ingredients for Soy Bean Soup are tofu, cucumber, spring onion, and soy bean paste. Its taste leads with a hot and spicy touch at the tip of your tongue. Followed by salty and sweet taste. It is indeed a great light choice of meal. You could simply have it with a bowl of hot steamed rice, and you are all set!

The next dish is called: 낙지소면볶음 (Nak-ji-so-myeon-bok-keum) Fried octopus with noodles

It might look very spicy in the picture above, but actually it isn't that scary. The red chili powder used in cooking doesn't bring much hot and spicy taste, just a glimpse. However, for people who are not fond of eating spicy food, there are noodles to help you get rid of the spicy flavor. The noodles itself is also a good accompaniment with the stir-fried octopus.

Last but not least, our third dish of the day: 묵은지 삼겹살 (Mook-eun-ji Sam-kyop-sal) Pork belly with aged Kimchi

As you can see, other than the pork belly, the are also kimchi being fried on the pan. This is a popular way of eating, which Koreans normally do for this menu. Kimchi helps make it more appetizing and it also helps reduces the oil from the pork while eating.

This is a picture of our table filled with yummy-looking Korean food ^-^ This was taken at a Korean Restaurant in Bangkok, Thailand.

We hope you enjoy our entry for today! Please look forward to our next entries that will surely be post soon! Thanks and don't forget to try some of these menus out ;) Ciao!

김치냉장고 Kimchi Fridge

Kimchi Fridge is widely used in Korea nowadays, it helps ferment fresh kimchi at the suitable temperature so that the seasonings can permeate thoroughly into the main kimchi ingredients. This helps preserve kimchi longer without its taste being spoiled.

Kimchi should be stored at a low temperature. Around 5 C is the suitable temperature to maintain the best taste of kimchi. Right after the kimchi is finished fermenting, it may be left at room temperature for one day, and then stored in the refrigerator for further fermentation.

Alternatively, it may be stored in a specialized kimchi refrigerator to keep the original taste, it is something that has become very popular in Korea recently.

Kimchi Roe Rice 김치알밥

Kimchi Al Bup is similar to Bibimbup. However, the main ingredients, which made it different are Kimchi and Roe.

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Ingredients

Kimchi

Roe

Onion

Pumpkin

Carrot

Mushroom

Sesame Oil

Sesame Seeds

Egg

Gochujang (Korean Chilli Paste)

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How to Cook

First, you need to chop the Kimchi and stir in it a pan.

Second, chop all the vegetables we've prepared and do the same with the Kimchi.

Actually, for this step, you can do it at the same time or stir them separately.

Okay, next, in a stone bowl, put in the rice.

Follow by the Kimchi and vegetables along the side of the bowl.

This bowl will help keeps it warm, and this is the key point ! Korean people love it hot !

Put on top a fried egg and roe.

When eating, add some Gochujang and sesame oil for better taste.

Mix everything up in the bowl, and it's time to eat !

The crispy feeling of the roe and kimchi will add taste to the dish !

Kimchi Jim 김치찜

Kimchi Jim is a kind of Korean dish, which is usually eaten with So-Ju (Korean liquor) and beer.

The main ingredients are Kimchi and pork.

For this menu, Kimchi Jim, 찜 (Jim) means steam. So, in order to make this dish, you have to first, take the Kimchi and steam it. After that, we come to the pork. It's important of which part you use. The most suitable is at the neck. Take it and mix with some seasoning.

How to Eat :

1. Pick up one Kimchi

2. Put a piece of pork on it

3. Warp the Kimchi up, and enjoy the delicious taste !

You can also eat it with rice ~

Doo Boo Kimchi 두부김치(Tofu and Kimchi)

Doo Boo Kimchi is a very tasty dish ! The conbination between the hot Kimchi and the soft Tofu is very good !



Ingredients :

1 pack doo boo(bean curd)
1 cup of kimchi, chopped and squeezed well
1/8 lb beef, thin strip ; can be substitute with pork, ham, or sausage
1 tablespoon Korean chili powder
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon sesame oil
2 teaspoon minced garlic
1 green onion, chopped
salt
pepper



In a boiling water, add some salt and cook doo boo (bean curd) for 2-3 minutes.
Drain well, cut in half and slice 1/2 inch thick.
Keep it warm. Or slice tofu and microwave it for 1-2 minutes.
In a pan, with some vegetable oil, saute garlic and then add beef. Salt and pepper to taste.
Add kimchi, chili powder, soy sauce and sugar.
Cook for 2-3 minutes, finish with sesame oil and green onion.
In a plate, put kimchi in the center and bean curd on the side.

Tips :

This side dish goes well with "Soju (Korean liquor)
How to eat ? - Just grab a piece of bean curd and put some kimchi on top.