21 Jun 2016
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Super tasty ways to use red bean paste

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Super tasty ways to use red bean paste

 

For those who have sweet tooth who couldn’t say no to tasty desserts, then you perhaps now know that red bean paste (pat) is heaven-sent. Red bean paste is a sweet paste that is present in a lot of Japanese, Chinese and Korean desserts. The main ingredient of this paste is azuki beans, which are boiled, mashed, and then sweetened with sugar.

We know that some of you just can’t get enough of the red bean paste, so we have compiled a list of awesome red bean paste concoctions that will definitely impress not just your taste buds but those of your family and friends as well.

1. Steamed Apples with Red Bean Paste

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Steamed apples filled with red bean paste is one of the perfect snacks that you can prepare most especially during the cold months. All you need to do is to get five or six medium-sized apples, core them, and then fill them with red bean paste. Steam the red bean paste-filled apples for around 30 minutes and then serve!

2. Patbingsu

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And of course, how can we ever forget including the famous patbingsu in this list? This very colorful dessert, which is also sometimes spelled as patbingsoo, is made out of shaved ice and a variety of sweet toppings such as azuki beans, sliced fruits, fruit syrups and sweetened milk. Feel free to add mangoes, strawberries, melons, peaches, and other fruits in season that you prefer. Actually, the wide variety of ingredients that you can add into this shaved ice dessert makes it a favorite among both Koreans and foreigners alike.

3. Dairy-Free Red Bean Ice Cream

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You love red bean paste so much, so why don’t you take it to another level and make an ice cream out of it? All you need to do is to combine cooked red beans, honey, vanilla extract and coconut milk in a blender and then pour the resulting mixture into a popsicle or ice cream mold. Freeze the ice cream mixture and then enjoy! This is another great dessert to have on a sweltering day.

4. Red Bean Porridge (Pat Jook)

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If you want a dish that is light yet filling, then consider making porridge out of red beans (pat jook). In Korea, pat jook is considered a comfort food and is perfect for those who are recuperating from any form of sickness. The good thing about red bean porridge is its versatility: you can eat it for breakfast, lunch, or even dinner if you wish. This dish is also great even for those who don’t have sweet tooth because its sweetness is just mild.

5. Red bean-flavored Japanese jelly

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Jelly or gelatin that’s filled with red bean paste is a big dessert hit in Korea that has been introduced by Japan. All you need to have to make this jelly dessert are sugar, agar (for the gelatine or jelly) and azuki beans of course. The resulting rectangular blocks of red bean jelly are then sliced into square blocks before service. We are so confident that kids will always look forward to the end of every meal just to get their fill of this sweet gelatinous dessert.

Now that you have ideas on how to make red bean paste dishes, it’s time to prepare for your Korean BBQ feast. Drop us a line at Korean BBQ Online today so we can help you get started!

18 Jun 2016
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Preparing Korean Ginseng Tea

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Preparing Korean Ginseng Tea

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One of the most popular and well-loved drinks in Korea is the insam cha or ginseng tea. This tea is just a great beverage to consume on a cold day as its punch and aroma will just give your entire body the warmth and jolt it needs. Ginseng is also known for its revitalizing and restorative properties, which is why a lot of Koreans drink insam cha after a tiring day or whenever they are sick. The great thing is that tea is ridiculously easy to prepare, so go ahead and follow the steps below so you can have your own dose of Korean ginseng tea any time:

Ingredients

Ginseng root

Honey

Water

 

Steps

If you have a tea ball, then shave pieces of fresh ginseng root and put into tea ball. Steep in very hot (but not boiling) water for 5 minutes. Add honey to taste.

If you do not have a tea ball, then peel the ginseng root and make 7 or 8 thin slices. Coat the ginseng with a generous amount of honey and let sit for 15 minutes. Pour very hot (but not boiling) water over the ginseng and honey and let steep for 5-10 minutes.

Scoop or strain out ginger slices and enjoy.

Recipe source: http://koreanfood.about.com/od/drinks/r/How-To-Make-Ginseng-Tea-Insam-Cha.htm

Some ginseng teas can be too overwhelming for some, so do not hesitate to mix your tea with ginger or green teas. Feel free to mix according to your desired tastes. Also, do not forget to consult your physician before starting any ginseng tea drinking routine. This is particularly relevant to those who are pregnant or have other medical issues. Ginseng can perk up your body in various ways especially when it is combined with certain ingredients, so always be on the safe side by consulting medical professionals first before undergoing any beverage regimen.

Are you a big fan of ginseng tea? Don’t hesitate to let us know in the comments section below. And as always, Korean BBQ Online is here to help you in all of your Korean BBQ needs. Only trust Sydney’s best Korean BBQ delivery service!

14 Jun 2016
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Injeolmi (Rice Cake) recipe

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Injeolmi (Rice Cake) recipe

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Today we are featuring another highly popular Korean snack that you’ll most likely see in almost any Korean party, banquet or feast. Injeolmi is a type of rice cake that is made out of pounded or steamed rice flour and is shaped into bite-sized pieces. This particular rice cake is coated in dried beans powder that is usually made out of sesame seeds, azuki, or even soybeans. Perhaps you’ve tasted an injeolmi before and you want to satisfy your cravings by making some of your own. Well, here’s a no-fuss, easy-peasy injeolmi recipe that you and the entire family can start doing:

Ingredients

Sweet rice flour (glutinous rice flour)

Salt

Sugar

Roasted soybean powder

 

Directions

  1. Place 1 cup of sweet rice flour, ¼ ts salt, 1 tbs sugar, and ¾ cup of water in a microwavable bowl. Mix it well to make rice cake dough.
  2. Cover it with Saran wrap, and cook it in a microwave oven for 3 minutes.
  3. Mix the hot dough with a wooden spoon for about 20 seconds. Put the Saran wrap back on and cook 1 more minute in the microwave.
  4. Transfer the rice cake dough into a mortar and pound it for about 1 minute (pound 50 times). You’ll make bubbles and then hear the bubbles popping out while you pound, which mean the consistency of the rice cake is just right: chewy and elastic.
  5. Spread ½ cup roasted soybean powder on a cutting board and place your pounded rice cake in the powder. Roll it around a bit to cover it with a light dusting of powder.
  6. Cut into bite size pieces.
  7. Coat each piece of the rice cake with the roasted soy bean powder and transfer to a serving plate.

Sprinkle with sugar when you serve.

Recipe source: http://www.maangchi.com/recipe/injeolmi

What’s your favourite version of injeolmi? Don’t forget to share them on the comments section below. Also, make sure to drop by Korean BBQ Online today for the best Korean BBQ food and equipment that you can ever have here in Sydney! Conveniently place your orders online and we’ll get them delivered straight to your house. Feel free to give us a call today!

11 Jun 2016
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5 Drool-worthy Korean Fish Dishes

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5 Drool-worthy Korean Fish Dishes

The bodies of water that surround the Korean peninsula is teeming with marine life that fish and other seafood are already a typical part of a lot of Korean dishes. One of the most important things that you’ll notice in a lot of Korean fish dishes is how fresh the seafood ingredients are and also how well they are cooked. Koreans employ a variety of cooking techniques when preparing their fish meals: fried, braised, steamed, stewed, you name it. Some Koreans even like eating their fish raw. Regardless, they all still taste fresh and delicious. For fish lovers out there, here’s a list of drool-worthy Korean fish dishes that you should not miss out:

1. Mixed Rice with Sashimi (Hwe Dub Bap)

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If you are a fan of eating rice topped with raw fish and spices, then hwe dub bap is going to be one of your favorite Korean fish dishes. This fish dish is also very healthy considering that it has the perfect balance of seafood and seasoned vegetables. You can of course experiment with the ingredients, particularly with the sauces where you can choose whether you want it to be completely spicy or a combination of sweet and spicy. Snapper and tuna are usually the most common types of fish being used for this dish.

2. Pan-Fried Fish (Saeng Sun Jun)

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This is one of the easier fish dishes to make considering that the fish fillets that you’ll be needing will just have to be covered in a coating made out of flour and egg. This is the one of the tastiest dishes that you can prepare particularly for kids. Don’t forget to prepare soy sauce or even a spicy dip on the side depending on your preference.

3. Steamed Skate Fish (Hong Uh Jim)

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Skate fish is one of the freshest kinds of seafood that you will ever taste, and it’s great that steamed skate fish is one of the popular Korean fish dishes out there. The way the skate fish is steamed retains its freshness, thereby making the fish meat more tender and perfect for all kinds of sauces – sweet, mild, or spicy.

4. Halibut Teriyaki

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Another Korean fish dish favorite is the halibut teriyaki, a fuss-free, easy-to-prepare dish that has been introduced by the Japanese to Koreans when Korea was under Japanese rule. The perfect blend of sweet and spicy sauces makes even meat lovers to like a thick chunk of halibut prepared teriyaki-style. You can also choose your own seasoned vegetables and even banchans (tofu or radish) on the side.

5. Broiled Mackerel (Godenguh Gui)

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Koreans are fond of broiling their fish in whole or in half because it makes everything crispy. The head, spine, and tail of the mackerel are removed so that its skin will be the only one to remain in place. This dish is best eaten on its own or as a topping on plain rice. The mackerel is generally a very tender fish so expect it to go well with any sweet-spicy dipping sauce.

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07 Jun 2016
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Awesome food and drink ideas for your next Korean cocktail party

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Awesome food and drink ideas for your next Korean cocktail party

We can all agree on the fact that Korean cocktail parties are fun to organize and attend to. Whether it is a cocktail party to meet new people or to watch a Korean TV series marathon, the friendly atmosphere in Korean cocktail parties is undeniable. If you are thinking of throwing a Korean cocktail party yourself, then here are some simple food and drink ideas that you can serve to make it one of the best ones ever:

1. Grapefruit Soju Cocktail

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Sure, serving beers and wines are a given, but make your Korean cocktail party even more special by serving a great-tasting soju cocktail. The grapefruit soju cocktail, for instance, has a neutral taste and mixes well with other alcoholic beverages. The tangy yet refreshing taste of this cocktail will surely be welcomed by your guests.

2. Cheesy Kimchi Dip, Hawaiian-style

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This dip is so easy to make and is also very versatile in terms of its taste. The cheesy kimchi dip will just enhance the flavors of your bread, crackers, and seasoned vegetables because of the perfect combination of the spiciness of the kimchi and the gooeyness of the cheese.

3. Korean Roasted Chicken Wings

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Nothing beats the feeling of being able to dig into the finger-lickin’ goodness of Korean chicken wings. You can prepare different versions of course, and for sure guests will like the sweet, spicy, sweet and spicy chicken wings that you will serve. These juicy chicken wings are also so savoury you don’t even need gravy anymore!

4. Yuja Champagne Cocktail

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Here’s another delicious cocktail for a chill and relaxed evening. This drink is so light and zesty that it will surely appeal to cocktail participants who just want to take it easy and not drink too much hard liquor. Yuja bears similar characteristics with organs and lemons and is often used to make teas. But now you know that you can actually make a refreshing cocktail out of it!

5. Spam Musubi

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Another filling yet not so overwhelming food item that you can serve in a Korean cocktail party is the widely popular spam musubi. This dish, which combines a savoury slice of salty and juicy spam and deliciously steamed rice, is just an awesome complement to all the delicious drinks served in cocktail parties.

Do you have any ideas to share on what to serve during a Korean cocktail party? Post them all below in the comments section. Meanwhile, Korean BBQ Online has your back for all of your Korean BBQ needs. We are the only Korean BBQ delivery in Sydney that offers the finest, the most delicious variety of premium meat. Check us out today!

04 Jun 2016
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Five Must-try Korean Noodle Dishes

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Five Must-try Korean Noodle Dishes

Noodle dishes are already a common sight to behold on almost all Korean dining events. We’re pretty sure that you yourself already have your own favourite Korean noodle dishes. Well, we can’t blame you for it because nothing really beats the pleasurable feeling of slurping a fresh bowl of noodles simmered in flavourful broth. Imagine doing this on a hot day or cold night in some authentic Korean restaurant? Oh, that’s just pure bliss! Today we are featuring 5 popular Korean noodle dishes that you should devour when you get the chance:

1. Korean Cold Noodles (Mul Naengmyun)

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Naeng myun (naengmyoen) is made out of cold, buckwheat noodles that is served in a flavourful, slightly sour broth and is topped with vegetables, egg, and sometimes even meat. This is very easy to prepare considering that this noodle dish is considered as a one-bowl meal. And given that this is a cold noodle dish, this comfort food is just your delicious companion during the sweltering summertime.

2. Korean Stir-Fried Noodles (Chapchae)

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One of our personal favourite banchans is chapchae. What is there to not like about this noodle dish? Korean glass noodles that are stir-fried to perfection plus some generous serving of pork and vegetables tossed in? Oh, this is just too mouth-watering. Fortunately, making chapchae right at the comforts of your own home won’t even take away a significant chunk of your time given that its main ingredients are easy to find.

3. Cold Soybean Noodle Soup (Kong Gooksu)

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This cold noodle dish is another great comfort food that is perfect for the hot months. Not only is this noodle dish very easy to prepare (even amateur cooks can whip up an amazing version of kong gooksu), this is also very filling and nutritious that is just popular among the vegans.  We bet that you’ll fall in love with this noodles’ nutty texture as soon as you get to taste it.

4. Spicy Cold Noodles (Bibim Gooksu)

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If you want a noodle version of one of Korea’s national dishes, bibimbap, then Bibim Gooksu is the one you’re looking for. This cold noodle dish just has the right amount of spice to please your palate as it indulges on a filling serving of noodles, egg, seasoned vegetables and meat of your choice.

5. Korean Noodles with Black Bean Sauce (Jajangmyun)

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If there’s one highly popular noodle dish in Korea that should not escape your sensibilities, then that would have to be jajangmyun. This noodle dish is Korea’s answer to the black bean noodle dish of China and is also one of those dishes that perfectly combine the sweetness and tangy taste of its ingredients. This dish is generally cheap yet filling that’s why it’s very common for Koreans to have jajangmyun as a takeout meal.

This list does not cover a ton of other awesome Korean noodle dishes out there. What are your Korean noodle dish favourites? Post them all in the comments section below. And if you’re wishing to celebrate a memorable occasion, then why not host a Korean BBQ party? Korean BBQ Online will deliver to you all the meats, sides and equipment that you need for you to have your own unforgettable Korean BBQ feast. Contact us today and see how we can help!