Korean Food
The Best South Korean Food in Abu Dhabi to Try
a South Korea has become more well-known in recent years for its technology rather than its cuisine. However, things are starting to change, thanks to delicacies like kimchi, which has become a global sensation. Here's a list of South Korean foods you should try.
Hoeddeok (sweet syrupy pancakes) (sweet syrupy pancakes)
Hoeddeok, also known as hotteok, is a popular Korean dish, particularly in the winter. It's a sweeter take on the Western pancake. It's basically a flat, circular dough that's been filled with cinnamon, honey, brown sugar, and small pieces of peanut and cooked on a griddle. The delicacy has a crunchy outside, a soft inside, and a delicious flavor.
Bulgogi (marinated beef barbecue) (marinated beef barbecue)
Bulgogi, a juicy, savory dish of grilled marinated beef, is one of the most popular Korean meat dishes worldwide, and was voted the 23rd most delicious food in the world by CNN Travel's reader poll in 2011. Meat is frequently grilled with garlic and sliced onions to add flavor. The meat is traditionally wrapped in lettuce and eaten with ssamjang (a thick, red spicy paste).
Samgyeopsal (pork strips) (pork strips)
Samgyupsal, one of South Korea's most popular Korean dishes, consists of grilled slices of pork belly meat that have not been marinated or seasoned. They are typically dipped in a seasoning of salt and pepper mixed with sesame seed oil before being wrapped in lettuce with grilled slices of garlic, grilled slices of onion, shredded green onions, and kimchi. It is one of the most popular dishes in any Korean restaurant around the world.
Japchae's (stir-fried noodles) (stir-fried noodles)
Japchae is a traditional Korean noodle dish made of stir-fried sweet potato, thinly shredded vegetables, beef, and a hint of soy sauce and sugar. It is commonly served as a side dish at lunch or dinner. Depending on the chef, additional ingredients such as mushrooms may be added to the mix. The sweet and flavorful taste of japchae, as well as its soft but slightly chewy texture, are well-known.
Kimchi from Korea (fermented vegetables)
Kimchi is a spicy and sour fermented vegetable dish that is one of Korea's oldest and most important dishes. It is made from various ingredients, the most common of which is cabbage. Visitors enjoy kimchi because of its distinct flavor, as well as its high nutritional value, fiber content, and low calorie content. However, because of its cultural significance, it is most popular among Koreans. Dinner would be incomplete without kimchi.
Ddukbokki (spicy rice cake) (spicy rice cake)
Ddukbokki is a spicy Korean dish made up of cylindrical rice cakes, triangular fish cakes, vegetables, and sweet red chili sauce. Pojangmacha frequently sells it (street vendors). The tteokbokki restaurant is well-known for its spicy and sweet flavors.
Sundubu-jjigae (soft tofu stew) (soft tofu stew)
Sundubu-jjigae, a spicy Korean stew served in a large stone bowl, is made of dubu (tofu), vegetables, mushrooms, seafood, beef or pork, and gochujang (chili paste). Depending on the chef and region, some ingredients are removed, substituted, or added to the mix. Though there are many variations, a raw egg is traditionally placed on top of the stew and mixed with the soup before serving to add flavor.
Bibimbap (mixed rice) (mixed rice)
Bibimbap is a dish consisting of rice, namul (seasoned and sautéed vegetables), mushrooms, beef, soy sauce, gochujang (chili pepper paste), and a fried egg. The ingredients used in bibimbap differ depending on region, with the most well-known versions found in Jeonju, Tongyeong, and Jinju.
Seolleongtang (ox bone soup) (ox bone soup)
Traditional hot Korean soup known as seolleongtang is made with ox bones, ox flesh, and briskets and is frequently seasoned to taste with salt, crushed black pepper, chopped green onions, or minced garlic. The broth is typically served with rice and has a milky white, hazy look.
Haemul, Pajeon (seafood vegetable pancake)
Pajeon is a pancake-like Korean delicacy prepared mostly of green onions, egg batter, wheat flour, and rice flour. Haemul pajeon is a seafood-infused variation of the cuisine. Some of the most popular seafood ingredients include clams, oysters, shrimp, and squid. Haemul pajeon is often served as a main course and is renowned for both its blend of seafood flavors and soft, chewy texture.
Samgyetang (ginseng chicken soup) (ginseng chicken soup)
Samgyetang is a traditional summertime soup made with chicken, garlic, rice, scallions, Korean ginseng, and Korean jujube. It is well renowned for being very nutrient-dense. Along with its nutritious ingredients, it is well-liked for its creamy, meaty flavor.