Grape seed oil has no strong flavor or scent. It does not burn easily and has a smoke point of 420F. This oil works well in stir fried, deep fried or grilled recipes. Make sure to store in a cool…
Dried Korean Squash 건호박 (gon-ho-bak)
Dried squash is made with Korean squash. When dried, it has a slightly sweet flavor and chewy texture. When made at home, it is sliced and dried in the sun on a tray with holes. Before using dried squash, you…
Pepper Threads 실고추 (sil-gochu)
Pepper threads are thinly sliced dried chili peppers. They are used as a garnish to add spice and color to different dishes like pancakes or vegetable side dishes (나물). Store these pepper threads in the freezer or cool dry area.
Perilla Seed Powder 들깨가루 (deul-kkae-garu)
Perilla seed powder has a milky nutty unique flavor and smell. Perilla seed powder can be used for soups, side dishes, or added as an additional milky nutty flavor to pancakes. Perilla seed powder can be used as a substitute…
Dried Pepper Leaves 말린고춧잎 (mal-rin go-chu-sip)
Dried pepper leaves have a mild pepper flavor and fresh fragrance. Store your dried pepper leaves in a cool dark area or the freezer. Before using these leaves, prep them by soaking the leaves overnight and then simmering them. Dried…
Oligosaccharide 올리고당 (ol-ri-go-dang)
Oligosaccharide is a thick light brown sweetener syrup made from corn or rice that has added nutrients. It adds a sweet flavor and a shine to foods. Do not use this syrup in cooked foods because when the syrup is…
