Step #1: Clean the clams or mussels Step #2: Soak them in salt water Make a saltwater mixture and add the cleaned clams or mussels to the water. When you make the mixture make sure the salt is fully dissolved…
How to Clean and Prepare a Whole Fish for Cooking
Step #1: Scale the fish Scales are inedible and must be removed before cooking the fish. The process for removing scales depending on the size of the fish. This chart describes the method for smaller fish. Step #2: Remove the…
Common Ingredients That Go Into Bibimbap
Different regions in Korea add different ingredients to their Bibimbap. Here are just some popular options for you that you can add to your Bibimbap. Vegetables: Some vegetables can be served raw as they are, stir-fried, seasoned, or pickled to…
Dolsot Bibimbap (돌솥비빔밥) vs. Bowl Bibimbap (비빔밥): What’s the Difference?
Dolsot Bibimbap Dolsot Bibimbap is the type of Bibimbap that is served sizzling in a traditional Korean vessel. The main difference between this way of serving Bibimbap is that you get a layer of scorched golden rice on the bottom of…
How to Store Freshly Made Dumplings (만두)
After making all those dumplings, you may not have room to eat them all. If that is the case, then here is how to store homemade dumplings using homemade dumpling skin and store-purchased dumpling skin. When you are ready to…
How to Fill Dumplings (만두)
Once you are done making your dumpling filling, you can either boil, steam, or microwave (about 2 minutes) a small piece of the filling to taste it before making all your dumplings. This is a tip for when you are…