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Korean Food Coming To Sweden

From Kimchi to Gochujang - Korean food has finally arrived in Sweden and is trending. With its mix of salt, sweet, sour, spicy and crispy, Korean food has everything you want - and more.

» Published: 06 November 2024

Korean Food Coming To Sweden
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Most of us have heard of Kimchi, the fermented Korean dish that went from being fairly unknown in Sweden, to suddenly appearing in every supermarket and home. But the Korean cuisine has so much more to offer. Here are some Korean dishes, side dishes and sauces you need to try:

Bibimbap

Maybe the most famous Korean dish, Bibimbap, consists of rice topped with fresh vegetables, marinated meat, fried egg and gochujang - a Korean chili paste.

Bibimbap famous Korean dishBibimbap famous Korean dish

Bulgogi

Another well-known dish is Bulgogi. Thinly sliced meat is marinated in a flavourful sauce, and thereafter barbequed to add a smoky flavor. This dish can be eaten with rice or even in a wrap or taco for a fusion take on the traditional dish.

Bulgogi, sliced meat marinated in sauceBulgogi, sliced meat marinated in sauce

Gochujang

Gouchjang is a fermented chili paste with a unique flavor profile. You can use it to add spice and flavor in sauces, marinades, soups and stews.

Gochujang, fermented chili pasteGochujang, fermented chili paste

Kimchi

This list would not be complete without Kimchi. Kimchi is a Korean side-dish that can be compared to Swedish surkål. It is a fermented dish that can be made from a variety of ingredients, but most traditionally napa cabbage, chili, fish sauce and garlic.

Kimchi, Korean side dishKimchi, Korean side dish

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By Saga V. BohinenFeature Writer & Columnist

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