The typical Korean table setting includes banchan (pronounced bahn-chahn), the little dishes of food served along with rice. A brothy soup completes the table setting. Banchan accompanies every meal and the more formal the meal, the more banchan is served. If you’ve ever eaten at a Korean restaurant, these dishes are de riguer with any meal. The varieties include kimchi, seasoned vegetables, stewed meats or fish, and jun (pan-fried pancake-like dishes). These dishes are flavorful and many are seasoned strongly (maybe for some who are not as familiar with the cuisine), but it is meant to be eaten in small quantities to complement the more “neutral” rice and brothy soup. At least, that is my theory.
Shredded dried squid can be purchased at your local Korean market or online.
Here is one of my favorite banchan, ojingeochae muchim (오징어채 무침), or shredded dried squid seasoned with a spicy sweet sauce. Come to think of it, there aren’t many banchan I dislike! When unseasoned, the dried squid emits a fishy aroma (not unlike salted cod) and is often enjoyed as a snack with copious amounts of beer. I prefer it seasoned this way with a spicy sweet sauce that complements the hints of saltiness of the squid. I usually enjoy this with a small bowlful of rice and can call it a meal. So simple. So good.
Korean Seasoned Dried Squid (Ojingeochae muchim) #SundaySupper
Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons gochujang fermented red pepper paste
- 5 tablespoons pure honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- A pinch of Kosher salt
- 1 lb. bag of shredded dried squid
I don’t know about you, but summer is a busier time for me and I want to spend less time in the kitchen. The Sunday Supper tastemakers are sharing their recipes using 5 ingredients or less (salt, pepper, and oil are exceptions) which are certain to help you when you are in a bind!
Drinks
- 2 Ingredient Orange Juice Frosty Drink by The Educators’ Spin On It
- Five Ingredient Sangria by Our Good Life
- Pina Colada Summer Smoothie by Cosmopolitan Cornbread
Appetizers and Snacks
- 5-Ingredient Creamy Avocado Dressing by Take A Bite Out of Boca
- Crescent Jalapeno Poppers by The Weekend Gourmet
- Crockpot Chicken Chili Dip by The Crumby Cupcake
- Gluten Free Peach Salsa by Gluten Free Crumbley
- Grilled Zucchini and Goat Cheese Roll Ups by Food Done Light
- Marinated Feta Tomato Skewers by Noshing with the Nolands
- Roasted Chili-Lime Peanuts by Casa de Crews
- Strawberry Coconut Soup with Mint by The Wimpy Vegetarian
Main Dish
- 3 Ingredient Steak Marinade by MealDiva
- Baked Fajita Chicken by Recipes Food and Cooking
- Crab Pasta by Caroline’s Cooking
- Grilled Portobello Mushrooms by Palatable Pastime
- Healthy Chocolate Protein Pancakes by Momma’s Meals
- Homemade Porcini Almond Pasta by The Joyful Foodie
- Abruzzo Style Cannellini Beans with Fennel & Chicken by Delaware Girl Eats
- Nutella BLT Sandwich by Brunch with Joy
- Salmon in Puff Pastry by Sew You Think You Can Cook
- Simple Brined Roast Chicken with Herbs and Garlic by Crazy Foodie Stunts
- Simple Grilled Tilapia by Cooking Chat
- Simple Summer Shrimp and Asparagus by eating in instead
- Skirt Steak and Grilled Potatoes for a Crowd by Family Foodie
- Slow Cooker Teriyaki Chicken by Nosh My Way
- Slowcooker Ravioli Lasagne by Jane’s Adventures in Dinner
Side Dish
- Brazilian Black Beans by Curious Cuisiniere
- Korean Seasoned Dried Squid (Ojingeochae muchim) by kimchi MOM
- Mashed Cauliflower with Parmesan by Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks
- Sauerkraut and Apple Salad by Cindy’s Recipes and Writings
- Sesame Lime Edamame by Magnolia Days
- Southern Style Squash Casserole by Recipe for Perfection
- Tomato, Avocado and Bacon Salad by Peanut Butter and Peppers
Desserts
- Apple Drop Candy by What Smells So Good?
- Chocolate Toffee Cookies by NinjaBaker.com
- Coconut White Chocolate Truffles by That Skinny Chick Can Bake
- Easy No Churn Peach Frozen Yogurt by Bobbi’s Kozy Kitchen
- Fluffernutter Cookies by Pies and Plots
- Magic Pudding Dessert by Grumpy’s Honeybunch
- No-Churn Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Cake by Cupcakes & Kale Chips
- Rhubarb Crumble by A Day in the Life on the Farm
- Creamy Coconut, Roasted Strawberry Chocolate Chip Popsicles by Simply Health Family
- Recipe Substitution Tips by Sunday Supper
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