Korean soups, stews & chilis recipes

Gamjatang (pork bone soup)

courtesy Toronto Sun Jennifer Bain adamant that the pork must be soaked in cold water — preferably overnight and with several water changes — to…

Gori Gomtang (Korean Oxtail Soup)

The weather turned cold for a brief moment here (but luckily warmed up the last few days) so we were thinking…

Bugeo Guk (Dried Pollack Soup)

We had ourselves a light and healthy bugeo guk (dried pollack soup) with our meal tonight. We have been holding off on this dish simply because it's…

Galbi Tang (Beef Short Ribs Soup)

We made another slow-simmering beef soup last night called galbitang, which includes beef short ribs, Korean…

Shrimp Udon w Fish Cakes & Poached Egg

Udon, (or udong as most Koreans say) is a great noodle dish that can be enjoyed morning, day, or night. It is…

Budae Jjigae (Korean Army Stew)

The other day we made a unique Korean stew incorporating the best of Korean and American staples--kimchi (spicy fermented cabbage) & Spam and hot…

korean kongnamul guk (soybean sprout soup)

We had a very simple soup the other day called kongnamul guk (beansprout soup) and it couldn't have tasted…

Korean Dak Juk (Chicken Porridge)

Though I have tried to avoid getting too personal on the blog, I must admit that this recipe has a bitter-sweet…

Kimchi Jjigae w Kongnamul (Spicy Kimchi Stew w Soybean Sprouts)

For as much as we make our usual spicy, fiery, meaty kimchi jjigae (at least once a week), one would probably…

Instant Kimchi Ramyun (Spicy Kimchi Noodles)

As most Koreans will attest to, ramyun or instant noodles can be a saviour when in need of something quick and…

Korean Gamja Tang ("Potato Stew")

Korean gamjatang (spicy pork stew) with plenty of potatoes and vegetables. This is my favorite stew hands-down…

Soon Dubu Jjigae (Spicy Soft Tofu Stew)

There are many dishes that I enjoy cooking time and time again, not only because they are easy but also because…

Kimchi Jjigae (Spicy Kimchi Stew)

Spicy Kimchi Stew w Pork. The perfect meal for cold winter days! ^^

Vegetable Ramen Noodles w Seafood Medley

As most Koreans will attest to, ramyun/ramen/rameon or more easily known as instant noodles can be a savior…

Spicy Pork Bone Stew