Soups and stews
Kimchi jjigae: the everyday Korean kimchi stew explained
Kimchi jjigae is a Korean stew of aged kimchi, pork or tuna and tofu. Its taste, how spicy it is, how it differs from other soups, and how it is served.
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Guides linked to Kong Pocha
Plain-English guides on korean dishes explained, soups and stews, korean pantry, kitchen tools and visiting kong pocha, written alongside this independent guide.
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Korean dishes explained
Korean fried chicken: why it is so crisp and how the styles differ
Korean fried chicken is double-fried chicken with a thin crisp crust. How it differs from American fried chicken, the main sauce styles, and how to order it.
Visiting Kong Pocha
What to order at Kong Pocha on a first visit
A first-visit guide to the Kong Pocha menu in Baltimore: fried chicken, a pancake, a stew, a rice box and family casseroles, with delivery-app prices.
Korean dishes explained
What is a pocha? The Korean street-tent restaurant explained
A pocha is a Korean tent-style eatery serving shared plates, stews and fried food. How it began, how ordering works, and how it differs from Korean BBQ.