Seasoning ideas
What to make with gochujang
Use the paste as part of a sauce, not as a one-for-one replacement for every chili product.
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Seasoning ideas
Fix common cooking problems, use your Korean seasonings and plan what to serve alongside your favorite dishes.
Seasoning ideas
How to use doenjang beyond one stew
Start with the amount in the recipe: soybean paste already contributes salt and a strong fermented flavor.
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Gochugaru uses for a Korean pantry
Use Korean chili flakes to season a dressing or sauce; adjust the amount rather than assuming every brand has the same heat.
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Toasted sesame oil: three Korean cooking uses
Use the linked recipes to learn the aroma of toasted sesame oil in vegetables, noodles and rice.
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Soy sauce in bulgogi, tofu and japchae
Soy sauce is part of a complete seasoning mixture. Its salt level varies, so do not use color alone to decide the amount.
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Where to use Korean soup soy sauce
Check the bottle and recipe before pouring: Korean soup soy sauce is not simply a sweeter dipping sauce.
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Three ways to cook with kimchi
Match the kimchi moisture and acidity to the dish, and use the recipe quantity before adding extra liquid.
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Using rice vinegar in Korean-style sides and dips
A small amount of vinegar can make a rich meal taste brighter. Keep the dipping sauce separate so pancakes stay crisp.
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Sesame seeds as a Korean finishing ingredient
Use sesame seeds to finish texture and aroma. They do not replace sesame oil in equal quantities.
Seasoning ideas
Garlic in Korean marinades, stews and namul
The same amount of chopped and whole garlic will not spread through a dish in the same way. Follow the preparation stated in each recipe.