Sauces and Dips

Are you looking for a new way to enjoy Korean perilla leaves? If so, try this Korean-Italian perilla pesto recipe! Perilla pesto is a take on the traditional Italian recipe, replacing basil with perilla leaves. Learn all about this Korean perilla pesto recipe below! 

Are you looking for a new, quick, and easy vinaigrette dressing for your next super party or weekly meal? If so, try making this yuzu vinaigrette recipe! This healthy, light, and refreshing dressing is my Korean twist on a classic lemon vinaigrette. The garlic and yuzu flavors make this vinaigrette a fun addition to add over-top salads, roasted vegetables, chicken, and more!

Taking little time or effort, making homemade simple syrup is a great (and cheap) way to change your simple beverages–whether it be a cocktail, coffee, mocktail, etc. In my household, especially as the seasons change, we love making this spiced simple syrup as a twist on the classic version used in many cocktails.

Do you like Korean flavors? If so, try making this gochujang mayo sauce! This sauce is the perfect condiment to spread on burgers, hotdogs, fish tacos, and sandwiches. I also recommend it as a dipping sauce for fries, roasted vegetables, and more! No matter how you use it, this sauce will add a delicious umami layer to your dish. 

In Japan, people often eat salad as a side with soup, rice, and a cooked protein for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. I actually experienced eating salad every morning during my travels in Japan. When eating salad, people in Japan often use a common type of dressing known as ‘wafu dressing.’