In our recent trip to Toronto, Ontario (Canada), a reddit post described Myeongdong Gyoza Kalguksu as the most “punch-you-in-the-mouth flavor.” With a review like that, how can you not make the trip to Koreatown and stop by? (The Bloor and Bathurst area has a great representation of Korean restaurants). First …
Mapadubu, the Korean interpretation of the Sichuan tofu-based dish “mapo tofu,” takes on a distinctly Korean yet still spicy profile that cooks up quickly, and is sure to please! Instead of Sichuan peppercorns, the dish gets its spiciness from the always-available (in the Korean kitchen) gochujang and gochugaru (see the …
Nothing spells fall and winter like a good pumpkin/squash soup. Hobak (pumpkin or squash) juk (porridge) is a special class of Korean comfort food that is sure to please when the days get chillier. While the traditional soup is made from a Korean pumpkins (danhobak, or Japanese kabocha squash), butternut …
Buldak, which Maangchi affectionately calls “Fire Chicken,” is a gooey, cheesy, and quick throw-together meal that satisfies the stomach and leaves you wanting more. This dish relies on a heavy, cast-iron skillet to cook the chicken and veggies, then pop in the oven to melt the cheese. In about 30 …
