Beginners Guide to Cooking Korean Food

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Korean food is one the hottest foods in the game right now and we can't get enough! Sit back and enjoy this episode of cooking school and let us know what you would like to see next!
If you really want to dig deep in specific recipes we highly suggest heading over Maangchi's channel / maangchi
02:28 - Bulgogi Short Rib
08:53 - Quick Pickled Daikon Radish
11:27 - Seafood Pancake
23:12 - Kimchi Tofu Stew
37:06 - Spicy Korean Rice Cakes
42:32 - Spicy Bok Choy (BonChon)
46:20 - Spicy Soybean Sprout (BonChon)
49:01 - Bi-Bim-Bap with Bulgogi Beef and Veggies
1:05:19 - We Feast!
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[@psibiza]

6 years later I still like the spirit in this video - but I am also glad that this channel and the attitude and respect for product and ingredients has changed for good.

[@brandonjohnson7613]

Good on you guys for mentioning Maangchi. She got me into eating Korean food! I feel she like shes the Korean grandma I never had.

[@mahanoor3493]

Omg same!!

[@MapleDaze]

Yesss

[@rndate]

+Neji Hyuga And she just hit her 1 million milestone! She's great!

[@donnafassano163]

Her Bulgogi recipe was my first Korean try about 6 months ago. Now I'm addicted :)

[@Rohrae]

Love Maangchi, such interesting recipes, not to mention she's adorable, I just love her energy.

[@JennaTube]

As a Korean, I am happy to see you guys cooking and introducing korean cuisine. Should do more korean food plz!

[@artistaloca4]

I'm excited that Korean food is becoming more widely introduced in the states; it's so different and interesting and delicious 👍👍😎❤️

[@juderickman8275]

I used frequently (every week or two) catch a bus to and from Albany and New York Cuty. The New York City bus stop was right by Korea town. So the first thing I did arriving in NYC was to eat a Korean meal and the last thing I did before departing was but some Korean take-out. This video made me nostalgic for those days and that great food. This video is very helpful to up my skills and techniques in bringing these delightful tastes into my home kitchen and on to my table.

[@graycious3]

I enjoy all their videos. No counter space kitchen. No staff helping . So real. Love all that they do

[@endyn6236]

Brother almost sets himself on fire. Reaction: Laughter

[@austinedeclan10]

What a throwback. Bring Josh back for a guest appearance

[@graceplug3471]

I don’t think Josh is doing well

[@eater]

Glad you guys didn't burn the place down! Everything looks tasty.

[@IjeomaThePlantMama]

I think what I love the most is that these cooking class videos are done in real time so I can watch them back and follow along :)

[@elemenist]

josh reaction at 4:06 is priceless lol like "bitch I am the player 1"

[@ProHomeCooks]

+Rick Butler amazing!

[@Pearleighty]

Yeah... don't be mean to him!

[@maryissometimesonline]

the shade ;)

[@jaxhoward4954]

Amazing, not so much. Let's call it like it is... Mike being typically controlling, and Josh wasn't down with the jab on 'already screwing up'. Simmer down little brother ;)

[@alecmonaghan1160]

Love that you guys keep coming out with these long 'Beginners Guide' videos. Really making college cooking more enjoyable. Keep it up!!

[@skatingcanuck9837]

As a Korean I was happy to see this video. FYI Korean pancakes are not normally eaten with a dipping sauce (maybe with kimchi). I was impressed with your knowledge of Korean cuisine - thank you for sharing it with your viewers.

[@slicenrice]

Getting in touch with my Korean side by watching this! My mom was watching this with me and she was super impressed, which really means you guys did a good job cuz she's a master Korean cook :P Anyways we enjoy your videos! Hope we can do a collab one day, maybe with pizza and rice ;))))))

[@ProHomeCooks]

+SLICEnRICE I talked to bunch of korean moms, and also sons and daughters of master korean mom chefs to get prepared!

[@slicenrice]

+Brothers Green Eats hahah yes! It definitely shows!

[@69johndz]

When Josh poured the oil into Mike's hair...yes, I was laughing my ass off and therefore it was funny.

[@chrisrex9647]

haha he poured a lot! I got it on 1.25X and I still seen a lot come out! funny dick

[@jaydee_draws3504]

Do a beginner's guide to japanese food! :D

[@Inebrianus]

If you don't have any Asian pear or kiwi lying around? Just grab a can of sprite. Actually that is what most Korean BBQ restaurants prefer to do, even the classy traditional ones, in Korea. It tenderizes meat a lot more than pear or kiwi and by far sweeter not to mention cheaper

[@mayasevelen]

Inebrianus you’ve saved my life!!

[@nathanfinnegan522]

What do you do after you grab it?

[@lil-bot542]

@@nathanfinnegan522 Hehehe, I’d pop the tab and pour it down the loo, prob having a cheeky slurp just to check it’s still full of crap. I think I’d be waiting for the fruits to marinade myself, but a handy hack if ya short of time. I’m worried bout these new flavour enhancements that have been thought up to replace sugar, worrying what is happening to our food industry nowadays. Eeeeps.

[@siscassie1]

So much personality in that kitchen. Just can't get enough.

[@Leejun85]

Quite possibly the most entertaining cooking show I've seen in a while. Great stuff guys.

[@cococanadia]

Whoa 1 hour and 8 minutes?! 😍😅You guys need to be on tv!!!!!!

[@Missjanesays]

In Korea we usually mix the shit out of that egg in the Soondubu Jjigae, it makes the stew almost creamy. Try it next time for sure, and dip some sticky rice in it too (kind of like how in other countries they dip bread in soup). So glad you guys are loving Korean food!

[@seandarryanto]

"Josh.. where's the.." "I don't know what the hell I'm doing." LOL I love this channel

[@toothybj]

Right at 15:15 or so lol

[@niki7943]

Please come up with more Korean recipes! Korean food is very healthy and delicious! Love this video

[@AGLPS]

It is SO FUN to watch the older videos after starting with your newer stuff!!! I love it!!

[@yvonnesnyder4180]

You two are hysterical! I have been watching this channel for about 6 months and have only seen more recent stuff. This is gold! Love the camp stove.

[@chipskylark172]

I love Korean cooking. I love how they incorporate so much vegetables in their meals. The scallion pancake looked amazing and adding the egg was a sweet touch. And that tofu and kimchi stew had me drooling. I can't wait to try it out.

[@davidmaler4153]

I love the real world beginner style video and would love to see more like this. Things like this, Thai food, Mexican, and all your beginner guide videos. I think they help to give the most knowledge cause it's so real. To me the length is no problem cause it's followable.

[@Mindofthequill]

I love just how much fun these guys genuinely have in the kitchen. That's what I like to see is chefs enjoying what they do.

[@elizzzabeth8T]

You can also substitute Korean pear with kiwi as a tenderizer. So happy you guys are giving Korean food some love!

[@anan.7784]

Just passing by to compliment your videos! And keep them 30 min, 1h, 2h.. etc! Cooking along you two is what is fun and what makes this channel; Beside your charm ;) Cheers from France!

[@ChrisCupcake3]

Loved this! I'm Cambodian & have been curious about Korean cooking. & I love that y'all stay humble in a quaint kitchen, rather than some huge unrelatable kitchen that many of us don't have. Stay real ( :

[@krishelhesson334]

Wow. So cool. I can't believe you guys made so many things at once. Not to mention in such a small kitchen. Plus I think your interactions were fun enough to keep me watching the whole time

[@Spaceraisin]

Just watched all of this. Over an hour. NOT WASTED I LOVE IT!

[@Lotshman]

Been waiting for this video forever. You guys are the best and thank you again. Best channel on all of KZbin. Keep up the great work gents !

[@curiousSOUL22]

You guys are so inspiring and accessible and relateable, I dig your stuff so much, you're such great teachers.

[@chrisclemens9103]

I absolutely love this!! I started watching you guys a long time ago!! Y’all got me into cooking and I am still a Pro home cook!! Thanks for making cooking fun!!

[@kathleenswenning9915]

This is mind blowingly delicious looking food! You opened my eyes to how to prepare and cook a lot of dishes that I didn’t know how to cook! Thank you so much for not making it so intimidating! Thank you also for making this video and all that goes into it!

[@workinprogress9924]

Thank you guys so much for using our music in the intro!

[@choisojeong]

I’m a Korean fan who loves to cook and your recipes are super impressive :) They look so yummy!! Some extra tips: 1. Pancake - try using cold/icy water or even carbonated water (and hot pan) to make it extra crispy. You can also add garlic powder, onion powder etc to make it more flavourful. 2. Rice cake dish - we usually make the broth/sauce first (w kelp or dried anchovy + gochujang + syrup) and then put rice cake in, often with fish cakes too. That way it has more umami taste. Even if rice cakes are kept frozen, they cook nicely in the broth at the end & dont get too droopy. 3. Bak Choy is more a Chinese veggie - but Korean restos in North America use them cuz its easily accessible. Try some Korean “나물 Namul (edible grass/herbs)” because they are sooooo flavorful and fragrant. My recommendations are “곤드레 gon-deu-rae” or “취나물 chwee-na-mul” and you may be able to find them dried at bigger Korean supermarkets. You can just soak them & stir fry, or blanch and mix with sauces. So good. 4. The type of bibimbap you made is called “Dolsot Bibimbap” (hot stone pot bibimbap) but there are so many other types of bibimbap too (it just means “mixed rice” and has hundreds of varieties). My recommendations are: sea urchin bibimbap, cod roe bibimbap, raw beef bibimbap, and cockle bibimbap. These use super Korean ingredients (which you may or may not be able to find) but they are out of this world! :) Thanks always for great videos & looking forward to more Korean cooking videos from you! hope u can come visit Korea someday!! :)

[@mariaamundsen1488]

I have to say, y'all are an inspiration to young people to learn to cook for themselves, and enjoy the process. I have been cooking and learning for a long time, but have learned a lot from you both. Like the fact that you use a lot of veg.and eat pretty healthy. 👍🏻 The added bonus is that y'all are funny, and make my day! Thanks:)

[@kookoonugget]

The spicy rice cakes are called "dduk bok ki" which translates to fried rice cakes. It is one of my favorite foods growing up! The rice cake you used is typically seen in "dduk guk" which is a rice cake soup (traditionally eaten in the new years). I would suggest using the longer rice cakes (more common in dduk bok ki) and starting with boiling water and adding yellow onion, Korean pepper paste, soy sauce, sugar, garlic, salt, pepper, and fishcakes to make sort of a broth (Korean anchovy too if you want) . Then add the rice cakes to the broth and let them cook in the broth. Also you can add a hard boiled egg (my favorite way) and green onions on top.

[@legendaryfire4228]

I'm a new fan of this dish. I'm going to go out and have some. Not ready to cook it and certainly don't have the ingredients yet. Thanks for bringing so much value guys.

[@miyubail]

I'm into Korean food lately, too. I'm Japanese but really not exposed to Korean food until 2 years ago. I love Calbi, Samgyopsal, Pulgogi, etc. You guys are super!!! And I learned from Maangchi.

[@juderickman8275]

Yes, I saw that seafood pancake today on her channel and now this video shows me I can make it my own!

[@PatrickPoet]

I just got one of those little Korean crockpot bowls and am amazed to find that the handles only get warm when the contents are boiling away!!! You can just pick it up bare handed and carry it when it's boiling like crazy!

[@user-iq1vt8rv4v]

Amazing job guys! I love what you two are doing here very much lol Keep up the good work!

[@MrTashaaaa]

Great post! Been to Korea twice in the past year and all these foods are exactly what I came across on my journeys!

[@4EntertainmentOnly]

what I add to my short rib marinade. on top of what you put, . i add Asian pear, orange slice, kiwi, apples, a very little bit of red pepper powder. i like my ribs a little spicy. many types of soy sauce but we make our own at my house. i like how some families still makes most of the stuff. I love how kimchi, red pepper paste and bean paste is different from each family if they still make it. its easy making our own sauces that last years. hundreds brands of red pepper flakes and powder. geez i love how you used the cast iron...so much more flavorful....

[@zee-kh6vm]

could you do beginners guide to cooking indian food plzz?

[@TheBogstaverne]

+zee kay I'm bumpin' this big time!

[@ProHomeCooks]

+zee kay that might be next, one of my favorites!

[@sirmuttonchops7353]

What I like about this video format (i.e. long video going through the cooking process) is that it gives some idea of how long it'll actually take to cook. Most videos will say, "Cook on both sides for about 2 minutes" and they'll just cut to a fully cooked side being flipped, and then immediately to what it looks like when that step is done. I understand why it's done that way, and it works, but this is entertaining and shows everything.

[@donnafassano163]

Chef Julie Yoon is another great channel to check out. She is showing Korean recipes all month and has a very easy to follow format. She made up "Korean coleslaw" today that I have to try!

[@kejenkins468]

I enjoy your kitchen. It is a closet. Yet you make amazing things. thumbs up. Proof that all of us can create no matter how small of a space we have.

[@erikrothlind7719]

I love ur guys' videos, very easy to watch, easy to follow along with and unintimidating.

[@LovaGirl0492]

Shoutout to me! Living in Korea right now, but still watching this video voraciously.

[@Chrisrou94]

Love every video you guys put out. Fav channel right here!

[@curiousSOUL22]

Overnight rice is way better for crispiness also because a lot of the moisture is gone. It's dryer. Freshly cooked rice is a lot wetter.

[@angeliqueamour4452]

Great to see you guys experimenting with other cultural dishes, esp. Korean, one of my faves. Got another one for you guys, P*E*R*S*I*A*N, that walnut and eggplant dip (vegan) and falooda is boss.

[@angeliqueamour4452]

***** Agreed! Not sure what you call that dish with the marrow bones in it but that is really yummy too.

[@robind6300]

The marrow bones dish is from Portugal. Osso Buco.

[@angeliqueamour4452]

Robin D Osso Buco has meat still surrounding marrow bone which is sliced. This Iranian dish is just the marrow bone stewed and slow cooked but still with marrow intact.

[@XX-lg6my]

This was the best episode yet. Love you guys!

[@cornbreeshalmazo7552]

Haha 4:07 his face like "really bro" 😂

[@curiousSOUL22]

+cornbreesha lmao I saw that too! I thought it was so cute, like a sad puppy dog!

[@ctaylorgh91]

1:01:23 "it's important to separate colors, like, you don't wanna put two greens next to eachother"..... lol but you two are two *Greens* next to eachother

[@couponville1]

this is a great beginner's guide. I like the way you presented it in a fun and balanced manner. There's a lot to learn this video may take a couple of watchings

[@MOUSEMOM40]

lol AWESOME video! I watch Maangchi all the time too! As always your videos are so informative and hilarious!

[@LifewithLittleKids]

Nice one guys. I love Korean BBQ and recently learned to make a good marinade and get the ribs to Medium Rare. Subscribed!

[@MikeTheCook]

Instant like like every video. Good job guys, I really enjoy your videos. I'm new at Cooking, just finished cooking school (if it's called like that :3) and you inspiring me to try new things!

[@schwaggbagYES]

So glad Josh caved and added the bok choy to the bibimbap mix. I was on the edge of my seat. Great climax

[@pjobpjobpjob]

So much fun watching this episode!

[@candieart2650]

my weekend project! thanks, guys!

[@MrsRen]

Watching the video see how long it took for y'all to break out the gochujang. I swear, if anyone asked me one ingredient that isn't traditional to western cooking that they should definitely try (ignoring things like soy sauce that have already found their place in western cooking), my response would be gochujang. I use it as a quick fix for any dish with a tomato base that doesn't have enough depth. The family favorite is marinara braised chicken thighs. And one time I did a side-by-side with and without the gochujang and proved to my family that my quirky little addition made the dish so much better.

[@pamelaliang3441]

6 years late but totally need to mix in the egg in the soup! Like someone else said, it makes it creamy!! I used to never mix it in and didn't want to, but once I tried mixing it, I was kicking myself for not trying it sooner.

[@chrismiller4544]

You boys are so much fun to watch, keep up the good work.

[@Claudi771]

Two things: 1) I LOVE garlic bread so I'd love to see your take on that (should note I already have a few great recipes so if you can't/don't no prob2) Love your dad's cutting boards) 😍

[@eugeniayoon]

not popping the egg on soondooboo (kimchi tofu soup) is indeed the RIGHT way!! good job Josh following your instincts :)

[@youms4887]

i am korean... and was happy to see you make korean cousine in proper way... thanks

[@user-bu1mx1hq5z]

I've been enjoying your videos since midnight munchies and as I'm Korean I can't help but leave a comment, these are all looking amazing! I'm currently studying in London so I can't get Korean food as much as I would like but after watching this video the next stop for me would be an asian supermarket so I can cook em up at home :) I will say though, your method of cooking the spicy rice cakes (we call them tteok-bokki) was really interesting! It seems much simpler your way but normally we would cook the sauce over the hob and then add in the rice cake directly into the sauce to cook it. The sauce is normally water, gochujang, red chilli flakes, sugar and some soy sauce, but I recommend replacing the water with some stock boiled with some kelp and Korean anchovies call myeol-chi; it adds a great depth of flavour :) I'll definitely be trying your way of cooking it! Thank you so much for this video, it brought so much fuzziness into my home sick Korean heart xx

[@saramorden5526]

these are the most entertaining videos I've come across in a loooooong time

[@kalilove8153]

Very impressive guys! I'm always amazed what y'all can do in such a tiny little kitchen! The bibimbap looks great! Really everything looks scrumptious! Btw, the bibimbap taste even better after you mix everything together not just eating it separately.

[@peacetea1001]

wow much respect for making korean food from scratch and getting into other unpopular korean menus. but as a korean and other fellow koreans may also feel that there are just so many fails in the cooking hahaha but that's what i love about this channel. it's raw and unfiltered. still prob delicious

[@marelizeld]

Just started eating mostly vegan AND I live in Korea so your channel just became a new favorite. You guys crack me up. Eomuk bokkeum (spicy fish cakes) are one of my favorite side dishes to make and eat.

[@adamlittleboxes4849]

new to the channel, but you guys need to do *every* video together. your dynamic is *money*. great work, and can't wait to see more!

[@traceymartin35]

I did even start watching yet and I'm excited! I'm going to make hubby's coffee and it's the 3 of us tea and my bed yeahhhhh!

[@elenicakes]

Your life sounds perfect 💗

[@traceymartin35]

elenicakes I am blessed thank God! I'm retired

[@octiopi]

Wow! Props to you guys for getting it right and being creative! From a Korean living in Seoul :)

[@MrsQueenCherry]

I love this kind of videos. Actually I really enjoy all your videos ha ha.

[@firereality]

These recipes are that I've seen first time. I'm a Korean. but I love your channel.

[@onesweetlife2469]

OMG! you guys are amaaaaazing! I'm going to order some Korean staples so I can experiment with these dishes...thanks!!!

[@jeannetaylor2217]

You guys are so much fun! 💕🙏🙏

[@chaimaefaida9464]

guys I m in love with ur way of cooking . keep going u helped me to much

[@mandymaeeei]

Literally drooling over that pancake.

[@scottford89]

When I lived in Korea I fell in love with buldak (with cheese). It's amazing and will make you sweat something fierce. Thanks for the video.

[@SimpleSock]

I love these long form videos.

[@oy59]

This is awesome! You guys r great!

[@glendagonzalez2469]

I make manchego cheese and serrano ham pancakes and waffles but I had never thought of making them with seafood. I also add baking powder, didn't know it could be made without a leavening agent. Thx for learning me something. 🤪

[@yolo-sy6hb]

omg I love you guys! Thanks for uploading

[@kittycat110209]

you guys had a very nice twist in the techniques used.

[@Takara8tt]

As a Korean, mad respect! So glad you did this :-)

[@TimRaine]

You guys are hilarious- I am turned on to Korean food - love it.

[@cottagerose6012]

Love you and now I have a bit more insight to your life…your a very patient man..good for you..😊

[@tj.r8551]

The dish looks amazing, Sure would love to make it sometime and try

[@PinkpeLican1]

Such a good video, I can't wait to try!

[@happy3patsy]

For more flavor, use toasted sesame seed oil. Also toast the sesame seeds and crush slightly to release the seeds' aroma. Total game changer when cooking Korean food.

[@joycestone5292]

I know this video was done a long time ago but I had to comment. Watching you and Josh in that tiny space bumping elbows because Josh is left handed, reminded me and my left handed brother at the dinner table bumping elbows. 😂 Thanks for the video!

[@mirrus89]

I had no idea this video was going to be this awesome 😄

[@tanyaleigh]

You guys are freaking awesome!

[@pSH-pt1yl]

Wow youguys are really really great! I'm a Korean i want to invite my restaurant if youguys come to Korea.

[@cococanadia]

I wanna come! lol