The culture of Korea has completely swept us up! We are completely enamored with Korean culture, crying our eyes out over heartbreaking K-dramas and headbanging to K-pop melodies. We are so enthralled by Korean culture that through fan clubs, public from all over the world come together to share their passion for K-pop and K-drama. When you use the word “BTS” among friends, a heated debate will soon start. Why not show off your appreciation for Korean culture by eating the delectable cuisine that our favorite K-pop artists enjoy? As a K-pop enthusiast, there are 5 Korean delicacies that you simply must taste.
Bingsu
Bingsu is a traditional Korean dessert that has become very popular amongst K-pop fans. Many people might mistake this dish for ice cream, it is actually shaved ice. It is one of the most sought after desserts for summer. The shaved ice is usually topped with fruits, condensed milk, fruit syrup and red beans.
Bibim Guksu
Thin wheat noodles, or somyeon, are used to make the spicy noodle dish Bibim Guksu. It is frequently served cold and is very popular in the summer. The fact that this dish requires little effort to prepare is its best feature.
Japchae
During the New Year, the traditional Korean meal japchae enjoys enormous popularity. It means “mixed vegetables” in English. This dish is a stir-fry with glass noodles, vegetables, and a tinge of sweetness. Dangmyeon, a sweet potato-based cellophane noodle, is commonly used to make japchae.
Buldak
Young people today love the hot, spicy chicken known as “buldak.” This meal is a favorite among K-pop lovers worldwide because it makes them think of two delectable foods: scorching hot wings and crispy fried chicken! The name of the meal, which translates to “fire chicken” or “fiery chicken” from the Korean words “bul” for fire and “dak” for chicken, indicates how hot it is.