A culinary journey through Korea (Part 2)

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I spent two months working in Seoul, South Korea recently, which was a delightful experience in so many ways. Most obviously in indulging in the vast variety of culinary delights that Korean cuisine has to offer.

I spent around USD 10-15 per day eating out twice each day(!!!), so it was all very affordable. I felt the need to share this magnificent experience through some photos I took while there.

If you haven't seen part 1, here it is!

Here are some more impressions: :)

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Gyeran Jjim (겨란찜)

This steamed egg (served still steaming) was such a unique dish, and the lightest way to eat eggs - fluffy, no fat, with a bit of chili and spring onions

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Yangnyeom Fried Chicken (양념통닭)

Off-the-bone chicken pieces, to be enjoyed with beer is the only choice when you're hungry after a night out in the "Noraebang" (노래방) karaoke bar.

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Samgyeopsal (삼겹살)

Only grilled pork belly with soju (Korean rice wine) would do for an evening of watching football.

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Another Dolsot Bibimbap (돌솥 비빔밥)

This time with a yummy Donkasseu & Curry (돈까쓰 & 카레) in the background and egg-fried rice in the foreground.

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Banchan (반찬)

Koreans most often pick their favourite restaurants by the free side dishes (Banchan) they offer. The best local restaurants will offer large portions and a variety, ideally changing on a daily basis to keep people interested. A bit like the Italian "Aperetivo"


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I love food and exploring food culture in many places. Stay tunes for more from Korea and also a lot from Japan!

Thanks and happy steeming! remuslord@remuslord