Old cucumber is a cucumber that is left on the vine to age. It is golden in color with white spider-web markings. It has a mild herb flavor. The seeds should be removed before using but the skin is fine…
Hong-gochu 홍고추 (hong-go-chu)
The term “Hong-gochu” is a term that classifies chili peppers that are harvested after turning red on the vine. These chilis are sun-dried and ground to make red pepper flakes or used fresh as a garnish. Holland red pepper is…
Cheongyang Chili Pepper 청양고추 (chong-yang-go-chu)
Cheongyang chili peppers are medium-sized peppers that are available in both red and green. It is very spicy. These peppers are thicker and have more capsaicin and so they retain their heat and flavor well when cooked. They are usually…
Shishito Pepper 꽈리고추 (kkwa-ri-go-chu)
Shishito peppers are medium-sized green wrinkled peppers. The spice level ranges from mild to spicy based on the pepper. These peppers are often stir-fried with fish cakes, nuts, garlic, potato, or seafood (example: squid or dried anchovy). This pepper removes…
Oyster Mushrooms 느타리버섯 (neu-tari bo-sot)
Oyster mushrooms are a cluster of delicate mushrooms with a mild flavor and meat-like plush texture. They are often Stir-fried, made into pancakes, added to soup, or deep-fried.
King Trumpet Mushroom 새송이버섯 (sae-son-gi-bo-sot)
King trumpet mushrooms are large mushrooms with thick stems. They are very mild and have the taste and consistency of a scallop when cooked. They can be braised, stir-fried, or made into pancakes. A tip when storing king trumpet mushrooms…
