Cooking Tips

Learning how to cook Korean food at home may seem daunting at first, especially with an array of exotic ingredients and unfamiliar cooking methods. But don’t worry, with this guide, you will be able to cook delicious and authentic Korean food in your own kitchen in no time! For starters, you will need to understand the key ingredients used in Korean cooking. These include rice (both short-grain and sweet-glutinous), soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, gochujang (Korean red chili paste), doenjang (Korean soybean paste), and kimchi....

Peeling onions often leads to teary eyes because they release a gas called propanethiol S-oxide. When this gas comes in contact with the moisture in our eyes, it forms a mild sulfuric acid causing the familiar stinging sensation. Here are some methods to minimize the tears: Use a Sharp Knife: A sharper knife causes less damage to the onion’s cells, reducing the amount of gas released. Chill the Onions: Place the onions in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before cutting....