Large Cast Iron Pan or wok: A large frying pan offers versatility, allowing you to cook larger quantities of food at once, ideal for dishes like bibimbap or bulgogi.
Although it is a little heavy, we like how a cast iron pan retains and distributes heat evenly, essential for achieving the delicious flavors and textures in Korean dishes.
The superior heat retention of cast iron allows for excellent searing and browning, ideal for dishes like bulgogi or dakgalbi.
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Rice Cooker: A rice cooker ensures consistent rice and simplifies the cooking process to prepare other dishes. Additionally, modern rice cookers often come with additional settings for cooking other Korean dishes like porridge or steamed dishes, adding to their versatility.
Our Cuckoo model has a timer feature that I can schedule in the morning. When its ready to prepare dinner, our Cuckoo starts cooking, ensuring rice is ready when all the other dishes are ready.
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Kimchi Container: A dedicated kimchi container with an airtight lid is essential if you plan to make and store homemade kimchi. It allows the fermentation process to take place while keeping the flavors contained.
There are many options available and each has its benefits. We mostly use a plastic one with an airtight seal and handle on the lid.
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Stone Bowl (Dolsot): Used for serving and cooking dishes like Bibimbap, a stone bowl retains heat, giving the rice a delightful crispy texture.
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Korean BBQ Grill or Grill Pan: If you love Korean BBQ, a tabletop Korean BBQ grill or grill pan will allow you to enjoy grilled meats and vegetables with more ease at home.
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Mandoline Slicer: A mandoline slicer helps you create thin, uniform slices of vegetables like carrots or cucumbers, which are commonly used in Korean side dishes.
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Large Mixing Bowls: You’ll need spacious mixing bowls for marinating meats, making kimchi paste, and tossing salads.
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Rice Paddel These tools are handy for serving rice and mixing ingredients without damaging the delicate texture of the rice.
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Soup Ladle: A ladle with a wide bowl is practical for serving soups and stews.
Vegetable Peeler: A good vegetable peeler offers efficiency and precision, making the task of peeling vegetables quick and easy. With a comfortable grip and durable design, it provides safety and ease of use, making kitchen tasks more enjoyable.
Kuhn Rikon Peeler: https://amzn.to/3PAZmsj
Chef’s Knife: A good chef’s knife offers versatility and precision, allowing for the precise cuts required for dishes like bulgogi or kimchi. Its sharpness and balance make it efficient for slicing ingredients like vegetables, meat, and tofu.
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Hand Blender: A hand blender food processor can be a valuable tool to quickly and efficiently chop vegetables like garlic, onions, and ginger. Additionally, a food processor can help in making various pastes and sauces, such as gochujang or doenjang.
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