#12. What are Korean traditional foods?

 

Korean cuisine is known for its bold and complex flavors, as well as its use of fermented ingredients. Here are some of the most popular traditional Korean foods:

1. Kimchi: a spicy and sour fermented vegetable dish made with cabbage, radish, or cucumber.
2. Bibimbap: a rice bowl topped with sautéed vegetables, meat, and a fried egg.
3. Bulgogi: thin slices of marinated beef or pork that are grilled or stir-fried.
4. Japchae: glass noodles stir-fried with vegetables and meat.
5. Tteokbokki: spicy rice cakes in a sweet and spicy sauce.
6. Samgyetang: a soup made with a whole chicken stuffed with rice, ginseng, and jujube.
7. Jjigae: a spicy stew made with tofu, vegetables, and meat or seafood.
8. Galbi: grilled or braised beef or pork ribs.
9. Mandu: Korean dumplings filled with meat and vegetables.
10. Jeon: a type of pancake made with seafood, meat, or vegetables.

 

These are just a few examples of the many delicious and varied dishes that make up Korean cuisine.

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