Food & Nutrition 9 Healthy Korean Recipes You Can Make at Home By Marnie Soman Schwartz Published on May 23, 2016 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos You'll be surprised at how skillful you are in the kitchen when you whip together these tasty Korean dishes from some of the top new cookbooks 01 of 09 Broccoli, Mushroom, and Sesame Salad View Recipe JEAN CAZALS/KOREAN FOOD MADE SIMPLE BY JUDY JOO This fresh salad can be served as a starter or as a larger plate. The nutty sesame oil works well with the tart apple vinegar and spicy gochugaru. And if you come away with leftover mushrooms, you'll have to try one of these creative mushroom recipes. 02 of 09 Soy Glazed Tofu Salad View Recipe JEAN CAZALS/KOREAN FOOD MADE SIMPLE BY JUDY JOO This healthy yet satisfying salad makes a great vegetarian appetizer, and even works as an entree on nights you're craving something homemade and not too heavy. (Confused on how to best prepare tofu? 03 of 09 Soy Milk Noodle Soup View Recipe Sam Horine Light and rich at the same time, this cold soup will fill you up without filling you out. Traditionally, it's served in the summer and made with soy milk and thin wheat noodles. 04 of 09 Soju Watermelon Punch View Recipe Gabi Porter Perfect for backyard barbecues, this refreshing boozy punch combines fresh watermelon with the Korean liquor soju. 05 of 09 Kimchi Pancakes View Recipe JEAN CAZALS/KOREAN FOOD MADE SIMPLE BY JUDY JOO With crispy edges, these savory, satisfying pancakes truly let the flavor of kimchi shine. If you have extra kimchi left over from another meal, give them a try—you won't be disappointed. 06 of 09 Noodles with Black Bean Paste View Recipe MAANGCHI’S REAL KOREAN COOKING This beloved dish is tough to find outside of Korea, but now you can make it at home thanks to this surprisingly easy recipe. 07 of 09 Mixed Rice Bowl with Beef (Bibimbap) View Recipe JEAN CAZALS/KOREAN FOOD MADE SIMPLE BY JUDY JOO Bibimbap is filled with healthy vegetables, and, luckily, any veggies you have in your refrigerator will work. The cooking process happens quickly, so gather your ingredients before you begin. 08 of 09 Soy and Sesame Spinach View Recipe Sam Horine This side dish tastes great cold or at room temperature, and perfectly pairs the freshness of spinach with earthy sesame oil and soy sauce. 09 of 09 Steamed Eggplant View Recipe MAANGCHI’S REAL KOREAN COOKING A Korean staple, this sweet-salty-spicy eggplant recipe is also easy make it at home. Look for lavender Korean eggplants, or remove the peel if you use a Western variety eggplant. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit