Korean cuisine: Crispy Vegetable Fritters (Yachae-twigim) Recipe

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Crispy Korean Vegetable Fritters (Yachae-twigim) Recipe These Korean vegetable fritters are a delightful mix of crispy textures and sweet vegetables. Ingredients: 1 sweet potato 1 potato 1/2 onion 1/4 carrot 1 cup all-purpose flour 3/4 cup ice water A pinch of salt Vegetable oil for frying Instructions: Prepare the Vegetables: Wash and peel the sweet potato, potato, onion, and carrot. Cut all the vegetables into thin matchsticks (julienne). Make the Batter: In a bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Gradually add the ice water, mixing lightly with chopsticks or a fork. Do not overmix; a few lumps are okay. Coat the Vegetables: Place the julienned vegetables in the batter and mix gently to coat them evenly. Fry the Fritters: Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 340-350°F (170-180°C). Carefully drop small clusters of the vegetable mixture into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes. Remove the fritters with ...

Korean cuisine: Spicy Stir-Fried Pork (Jeyuk Bokkeum) Recipe

 


Spicy Stir-Fried Pork (Jeyuk Bokkeum) Recipe

Jeyuk Bokkeum is a popular Korean dish featuring spicy, marinated pork stir-fried with vegetables. It's a flavorful and satisfying meal that's perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients (Serves 2-3):

  • 500g pork belly or pork shoulder, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 onion, sliced
  • 1 green onion, diagonally sliced
  • 1/4 head cabbage, roughly chopped (optional)
  • 1-2 green chili peppers, diagonally sliced (optional)
  • Marinade:
    • 3 tablespoons Korean chili paste (gochujang)
    • 2 tablespoons Korean chili powder (gochugaru)
    • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
    • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
    • 1 tablespoon sugar
    • 1 tablespoon rice wine (mirin)
    • A pinch of ginger juice or minced ginger
    • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
    • A pinch of black pepper

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Ingredients:
    • Slice the pork into bite-sized pieces.
    • Slice the onion, green onion, and cabbage (if using).
    • Slice the chili peppers (if using) diagonally.
  2. Make the Marinade:
    • In a bowl, combine all the marinade ingredients and mix well.
  3. Marinate the Pork:
    • Add half of the marinade to the pork and mix thoroughly.
    • Let it marinate for 10-20 minutes.
  4. Stir-Fry:
    • Heat some cooking oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat.
    • Add the onion, green onion, and cabbage (if using) and stir-fry briefly.
    • Add the marinated pork and stir-fry over high heat until the pork is cooked through.
    • Add the remaining marinade and continue to stir-fry.
    • Add the chili peppers (if using) and stir-fry briefly.
  5. Finish and Serve:
    • Remove from heat and drizzle with sesame oil and a pinch of black pepper.
    • Sprinkle with sesame seeds (optional).
    • Serve hot with rice.

Tips and Variations:

  • Pork: You can use pork belly, pork shoulder, or any other cut of pork that you prefer.
  • Spice Level: Adjust the amount of chili powder or chili paste to control the spiciness.
  • Vegetables: Feel free to add other vegetables like carrots, bell peppers, or mushrooms.
  • Sweetness: Adjust the amount of sugar to your preference.
  • Ingredients that might be hard to find:
    • Korean chili paste (gochujang) (Optional)
    • Korean chili powder (gochugaru) (Optional)
    • rice wine(mirin) (Optional)
  • If you want to add a smoky flavor, stir-fry the pork over high heat for a short period of time at the end.

Storage:

  • Store leftover Jeyuk Bokkeum in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume it as soon as possible.