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    Home » Misc

    19 Must-Try Korean Recipes That You Can Make at Home

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    by Joyce Lee · Updated Dec 3, 2024
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    Are you a fan of bold and delicious flavors? If so, Korean cuisine is definitely worth trying. With a variety of mouth-watering dishes, ranging from chewy rice cakes to spicy bulgogi, there's something for everyone to enjoy. The best part is that you can easily prepare these Korean recipes from the comfort of your own home.

    Korean Spicy Rice Cakes (Tteokbokki)

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    If you're looking for a warm and cozy Korean dish, and craving something chewy then you should definitely try tteokbokki. This easy-to-make dish is made with chewy rice cakes cooked in a spicy, sweet, and savory cozy sauce.

    Get the Recipe: Tteokbokki

    Spicy Korean Pork Bulgogi (Jeyuk Bokkeum)

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    This spicy Korean bulgogi recipe is made with thin slices of pork belly and pan-fried in a sweet and spicy sauce. Delicious served with rice but even better served as a lettuce wrap with rice!

    Get the Recipe: Spicy Korean Pork Bulgogi

    Kimchi Fried Rice with Spam

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    If you are looking for a simple and easy fried rice recipe that is loaded with flavor, this would be it! This kimchi fried rice is made with crispy pan-fried spam and kimchi and topped with a sunny side-up egg.

    Get the Recipe: Kimchi Fried Rice

    Rabokki (Korean Ramen and Tteokbokki)

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    This rabokki recipe features instant ramen noodles and chewy rice cakes, all coated in the most delicious sweet and spicy sauce. It’s packed with flavor in each bite and is very easy to make at home. It’s the ultimate quick and delicious comfort food meal for busy weeknights!

    Get the Recipe: Rabokki

    Cheesy Cheese Ramen

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    This cheese ramen recipe is a lot richer and thicker than your typical soupy cheese ramen. It's creamy, comforting and made with a simple cheddar cheese sauce cooked with thick and chewy instant ramen noodles.

    Get the Recipe: Cheese Ramen

    Korean Cucumber Salad (Oi Muchim)

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    This Korean cucumber salad recipe is easy-to-make and sweet and tangy. It is delicious on Pork Bulgogi lettuce wraps, mixed it into rice bowls as a veggie topping or eaten it as-is!

    Get the Recipe: Korean Cucumber Salad (Oi Muchim)

    Spicy Soft Tofu Stew (Kimchi Soondubu)

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    This cozy Korean stew is made with a seafood broth, pork belly and soft tofu. Perfect for any cold night when you want a comfort food that's warm and cozy.

    Get the Recipe: Kimchi Soondubu (Korean Spicy Soft Tofu Stew)

    Jajangmyeon (Korean Black Bean Sauce Noodles)

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    This Korean Jjajangmyeon (Ja Jang Myun) noodle dish features a umami rich, sweet and savory black bean sauce served over chewy wheat noodles—a combination that's both simple and incredibly satisfying. If you're new to Korean cuisine, this dish, known as Jjajangmyeon, is a must-try!

    Get the Recipe: Jajangmyeon

    Tuna Mayo Deopbap (Korean Tuna Rice Bowl)

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    This simple tuna rice bowl recipe is made with canned tuna mixed with garlic butter and served over rice and generously drizzled with mayo. Delicious, cozy and easy!

    Get the Recipe: Tuna Mayo Deopbap (Korean Tuna Rice Bowl)

    Korean Corn Cheese (Elote Style)

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    If you're planning to make a snack to share with some friends, try making this delicious Korean corn cheese recipe. It's sweet and creamy and loaded with cheese and can be served with chips or eaten with a spoon! This version also has a twist to it and has a bit of feta and lime to give it a bit of a kick!

    Get the Recipe: Korean Corn Cheese (Elote Style)

    Korean Glass Noodle Stir Fry (Japchae)

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    Another fantastic Korean noodle dish that's known for its chewy glass noodles is japchae. This chewy glass noodle dish is cooked with a delicious sweet and savory sesame soy sauce and can be made without parboiling the noodles!

    Get the Recipe: Japchae (Korean Glass Noodle Stir Fry) recipe

    Pickled Daikon Radish (Chicken Mu)

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    If you enjoy pickles, you definitely want to try pickled daikon radish. These pickles are crunchy, sweet and tangy and go amazing with Korean fried chicken as banchan (Korean side dish), hence the name chicken-mu!

    Get the Recipe: Pickled Daikon Radish

    Easy Kimchi Stir-Fried Rice Cakes

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    This dish, with its chewy rice cakes, thin slices of pork, and the tangy kick of kimchi, is absolutely delicious! What’s best is that you can make it in only 15 minutes from scratch!

    Get the Recipe: Easy Kimchi Stir-Fried Rice Cakes

    Spicy Korean Carrots

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    Crunchy and Spicy Korean Carrots Salad will win people over at potlucks, picnics, and as a unique side dish in any home. Made with fresh carrots, coriander, garlic, and oil, these Korean-style marinated carrots are easy, quick and always delicious! Ready in 20 minutes.

    Get the Recipe: Spicy Korean Carrots

    Korean Corn Dogs

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    These scrumptious snacks combine a crispy, golden batter with a mouthwatering blend of hot dogs, cheese, and a variety of toppings for an unforgettable eating experience.

    Get the Recipe: Korean Corn Dog

    Korean Seafood Pancake (Haemul Pajeon)

    Korean seafood pancake
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    Recreate the authentic Korean seafood pancake in your kitchen with all the savory flavors, a soft interior, and a crispy outside that you will surely love!

    Get the Recipe: Korean Seafood Pancake (Haemul Pajeon)

    Korean Instant Pot Short Ribs (Galbi Jjim)

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    This Instant Pot short ribs recipe helps you create authentic Korean flavors with fork-tender braised beef swimming in a savory yet sweet and fruity sauce. It’s perfect for any night of the week!

    Get the Recipe: Korean Instant Pot Short Ribs (Galbi Jjim)

    Korean Fire Chicken (Cheese Buldak)

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    This Korean dish features chunky, juicy chicken smothered in a chili sauce with chewy rice cakes and melty cheese. It contains all the essence of a pizza and it’s incredibly good. It’s extremely easy to put together and takes no time to make. If you’re looking for a quick one-pan dinner recipe, look no further!
    Get the Recipe: Korean Fire Chicken (Cheese Buldak)

    Korean Army Stew (Budae Jjigae)

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    Budae Jjigae is also called Korean army stew. Its rich spicy broth is made with aromatics, ground meat, and noodles, topped with sausage, veggies and runny egg yolks. It’s an easy one-pot meal that requires very little prep and is fast to make.
    Get the Recipe: Korean Army Stew (Budae Jjigae)

    More From Pups with Chopsticks - 30 Chinese Takeout Recipes You Can Make at Home to Save Money

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    If you're craving Chinese takeout, look no further! Here are 30 Chinese takeout recipes you can make in the comfort of your home in your PJs!

    30 Chinese Takeout Recipes You Can Make at Home

    30 Asian Beef Recipes We Can't Get Enough Of

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    From deep-fried to braised, beef is always delicious no matter how you prepare it, but if you're looking for something with an Asian twist here is a list of beef recipes we make at home and can't get enough of.

    30 Delicious Asian Beef Recipes You Must Try at Home

    This article originally appeared on Pups with Chopsticks.

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    Hi, I’m Joyce Lee! Welcome to Pups with Chopsticks! This cozy corner of the internet is all about my favorite things: cooking delicious Asian dishes, hanging out with my furry sidekicks, and sharing good eats with friends (that’s you!). Grab a seat and let’s have some fun in the kitchen! Here you’ll find everything from comforting traditional recipes to Asian fusion dishes, all made easy with broken-down, simple step-by-step tutorials.

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    • Thai coconut chicken skewers on a wooden plate
      Grilled Thai Coconut Chicken Skewers
    • Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken
    • Korean japchae served in a wooden bowl
      Easy Japchae (Korean Glass Noodles Stir Fry)
    • A large bowl of Spicy Korean Pork Bulgogi (Jeyuk Bokkeum) with a plate of lettuce with some rice and pork in it for wrapping
      Spicy Pork Bulgogi (Classic Jeyuk Bokkeum Recipe)

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    • Super crispy beef tossed with a sweet and sticky sauce
      Sweet and Sticky Crispy Beef
    • Hakka, Indian Chinese chilli chicken made with crispy chicken chunks and lightly tossed in a spicy chilli sauce.
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    • Char Siu (Chinese BBQ Pork) thinly sliced and fanned out on a cutting board.
      Sweet and Sticky Char Siu (Chinese BBQ Pork)
    • Sweet and Sour Pork in a bowl on a wooden table
      Sweet and Sour Pork Recipe (咕噜肉)
    • bang bang shrimp on a patterned plate on a wooden table.
      Bang Bang Shrimp
    • Mongolian beef on a white plate with sesame seeds
      Easy Mongolian Beef

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