Pre-modern history, before the popularity of meat, seafood was the focal point of Korean cuisine. Traditional meals are based on countless side dishes. The amount would be representative of a ...

This dish is often served as banchan (a side dish) to accompany meats or seafood in Korean restaurants, but it also makes for a satisfying, healthy main course, especially when it comes with ...

but translates from Korean to "side dishes." There are seemingly hundreds of options for banchan, and many are vegetable-based, while some feature egg, chicken, or seafood. There aren't ...

Perfect with seafood and delicate Korean dishes. Soju is Korea's most famous spirit, distilled from starchy crops. Often taken as a shot or mixed with Yakult for a refreshing cocktail.