Korean food explained
Triangular kimbap: what it is and how to wrap it
Triangular kimbap is a Korean rice triangle wrapped in seaweed, a cousin of onigiri. Learn the fillings, how to shape it and how to keep the seaweed crisp.
Korean food explained
Plain-English guides to kimbap, kimchi, stews, rice cakes and other Korean dishes, and what to look for in an Asian grocery to make them.
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Korean food explained
Kimbap vs sushi: the real differences, explained
Kimbap vs sushi: kimbap is a Korean roll with sesame oil rice and cooked fillings, while sushi is Japanese with vinegared rice. Compare rice, fillings and taste.
Korean food explained
What is kimbap? Korean seaweed rice rolls explained
What is kimbap? It is a Korean roll of rice and fillings wrapped in dried seaweed and sliced into rounds. Learn the fillings, how it is rolled and eaten.
Korean food explained
Short grain rice for kimbap: what to buy and how to cook it
Short grain rice for kimbap is sticky enough to hold a roll together. Learn how to choose it, rinse it, cook it and season it with sesame oil and salt.