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“Savoring the Top 5 Must-Try Korean Dishes in Seoul“
Kimbap (김밥)
Kimbap is simply Korean sushi but with a Korean twist. It is usually made by rolling steamed rice and various fillings wrapped in seaweed. The fillers can vary but typically include, for example, shrimp, carrot, radish, egg, sauce, spinach, beef ham or tuna, etc. Kimbap is often served with a side of spicy gochujang sauce for dipping. Prices are cheap and yummy prices. Also, vegetarians can eat it. Around 2-3$ rolled at any store will get this. Usually, I eat it in the morning and afternoon. Try it today if you want great satisfaction at a low price.
Bibimbap (비빔밥)
Bibimbap is a very delicious Korean dish. It consists of raw eggs, vegetables, beef or chicken, carrots, and soybeans with a small amount of rice. The ingredients are usually arranged in separate piles on top of the rice. The ingredients are mixed before eating, along with a spicy gochujang sauce. This mixing process is called “bi bim,” which is where the dish gets its name. Bibimbap is a popular Korean comfort food that can be served hot or cold. Some variations of bibimbap include dolsot bibimbap, served in a hot stone bowl that crisps the rice, and hwae bibimbap, made with raw fish instead of meat. Depending on the size, the price will be between 3-5$, enough for dinner/lunch. It is a perfect nutritious package for lunch and dinner. Those who are vegetarian can also eat it by skipping the meat part.
Khimchi (김치)
No one has not heard of Korean Kimchi. Kimchi is fermented napa cabbage with a little Korean amount of radish. It is mainly eaten as a side dish. It is trendy among Korean side dishes. You can also buy it from any mart or convenience store. It looks very spicy, but honestly, most of the food is not spicy. You can get this from any restaurant or buy any mart or convenience store with the range of price 2-5$. If the amount of kimchi is more, the price will also be higher.
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Tokbokki (떡볶이)
Takbakki is a very delicious and spicy Korean dish. It’s made with cylindrical-shaped rice cakes, called tteok, that are chewy and slightly sweet. It is usually served in a spicy sauce made with gochujang (red chilli pepper paste), soy sauce, and sugar and often includes other ingredients such as fish cakes, boiled eggs, and scallions. If you love Korean street food, you’ll love this fantastic homemade tteokbokki recipe! It’s cheap to make, flavorful, and deliciously filling, perfect as a spicy meal for lunch, dinner, or as a quick and easy snack. I suggest you try once the cheese takbakki; that’s amazing. It is mainly made of chewy rice and fish cakes or boiled eggs. Even vegetarians can devour it. Its price is about 3-5$ may be a little more based on quantity.
Dosirak (도시락)
A packed lunch box designed for a complete dinner with rice and a few side dishes is called “dosirak” in Korean. Other words like egg-coated spam, fried egg, kimchi and onion, and roasted seaweed. It is a convenient and economical way to have a complete meal on the go. Dosirak is a popular meal option in Korea and can be found in convenience stores, train stations, and food courts; you can get it in most convenience stores or marts. The price is about 4-6$. It is also a very satisfying meal at a low price. Dosirak is a reflection of Korean culture, emphasizing the importance of a balanced and healthy meal with a variety of different flavours and textures. It is also a nostalgic meal for many Koreans, bringing back memories of childhood and family traditions.
