Korean Ingredient Glossary

Doenjang, otherwise known as soybean paste, is a Korean fermented ingredient used in much of the cultural cuisine. The word ‘doenjang’ (된장) derives from ‘doen’ (된) meaning ‘thick or hard’ …

To many, toasted sesame oil is the finishing ingredient that defines Korean flavor. While gochujang, soy sauce, and doenjang are considered the most famous ingredients in Korean cooking, you will …

Have you ever eaten in a Korean restaurant or made Korean food at home? If so, you may have noticed people often finish Korean dishes with a sprinkle of toasted …

Have you ever heard of black sesame seeds? For many countries, such as China, Japan, and South Korea, these seeds are an integral part of the traditional food culture. Here, …

‘Gim’ or ‘kim’ (김) is a Korean term for edible, dried seaweed used as an ingredient when cooking. This generic term refers to various species of seaweed in the Pyropia …