Jipbab means home cooking
Korean home cooking
Everyday dishes Korean families actually make on a weeknight — kimchi stew, braised short ribs, quick banchan and noodles. Amounts are metric (1 Tbsp = 15 ml), and every recipe says how long it keeps.
Soups & Stews 26
Aehobak Doenjang-guk (Zucchini Soybean Paste Soup)Korean zucchini, tofu, and onion simmered in a doenjang broth.
Budae Jjigae (Army Base Stew)Canned ham, sausages, kimchi, and tofu simmered under a spicy seasoning paste
Bugeo-guk (Dried Pollock Soup)Shredded dried pollock sautéed in perilla oil and simmered with radish and egg
Cheonggukjang Jjigae (Fermented Soybean Stew)A stew of cheonggukjang dissolved in broth with tofu and Korean zucchini.
Dakbokkeumtang (Spicy Braised Chicken)Chicken, potatoes, onion, and carrot simmered down in a spicy sauce
Dalgyal-guk (Egg Drop Soup)Clear anchovy broth with beaten egg swirled in
Doenjang Jjigae (Soybean Paste Stew)Doenjang dissolved in anchovy broth and simmered with tofu and vegetables
Dongtae Jjigae (Spicy Pollock Stew)Spicy stew of frozen pollock, Korean radish, and tofu
Eomuk-tang (Fish Cake Soup)Skewered fish cakes simmered in a light radish and anchovy broth
Galbitang (Short Rib Soup)A clear soup of beef short ribs and Korean radish simmered long, served with glass noodles.
Gamja-guk (Potato Soup)A clear soup of potato, onion, and Korean leek to eat with rice.
Gamjatang (Pork Bone Soup)A spicy stew of pork back bones and potatoes simmered until tender.
Gochujang Jjigae (Spicy Pork and Potato Stew)Pork, potato, and zucchini simmered in a spicy gochujang broth
Kimchi Jjigae (Kimchi Stew)Sour kimchi, pork, and tofu simmered into a hearty stew, with the pork cooked through.
Kimchi-jjim (Braised Kimchi with Pork)Pork and sour kimchi braised in a small amount of broth until tender.
Kkotgetang (Spicy Blue Crab Stew)Spicy stew of autumn blue crabs and Korean radish in a doenjang and chili broth
Kongbiji Jjigae (Soybean Pulp Stew)Pork and sour kimchi sautéed in perilla oil and simmered with soybean pulp
Kongnamul Mu-guk (Soybean Sprout and Radish Soup)A clear soup of thoroughly cooked soybean sprouts with Korean radish and leek.
Mandu-guk (Dumpling Soup)Frozen dumplings simmered in anchovy-kelp stock with a ribbon of egg
Miyeok-guk (Seaweed Soup)Beef and seaweed sauteed in sesame oil, then simmered into a rich soup
Mu-guk (Korean Radish Soup)Clear soup of Korean radish and leek simmered until the radish turns translucent
Samgyetang (Ginseng Chicken Soup)A whole chicken stuffed with garlic and soaked rice, simmered until tender.
Sogogi Mu-guk (Beef and Radish Soup)A clear soup of beef and Korean radish seasoned with soup soy sauce.
Sundubu Jjigae (Soft Tofu Stew)Pork stir-fried in homemade chili oil, simmered with soft tofu and finished with an egg.
Tteokguk (Rice Cake Soup)Clear beef broth with sliced rice cakes, topped with egg strips and seaweed
Yukgaejang (Spicy Beef Soup)Spicy beef soup with bracken fern and mung bean sprouts.
Stir-fries 18
Aehobak Bokkeum (Stir-fried Korean Zucchini)Salted Korean zucchini stir-fried with onion, so it stays firm instead of watery.
Beoseot Bokkeum (Stir-fried Mushrooms)Mixed mushrooms stir-fried with soy sauce and toasted sesame oil
Bulgogi (Marinated Beef)Beef marinated in a soy sauce and grated pear sauce, then stir-fried with vegetables.
Dakgalbi (Spicy Stir-fried Chicken)Chuncheon-style home dakgalbi: marinated chicken stir-fried with sweet cabbage
Dubu Kimchi (Tofu with Stir-fried Kimchi and Pork)Blanched tofu topped with stir-fried pork and well-fermented kimchi
Eomuk Bokkeum (Stir-fried Fish Cakes)Blanched fish cakes stir-fried with onion, carrot, and chili in a soy glaze.
Gamja Bokkeum (Stir-fried Potatoes and Onion)Onion softened first, then potatoes stir-fried over medium heat — a classic rice side dish.
Gamja Gyeran Bokkeum (Potato and Egg Stir-fry)Thinly sliced potatoes cooked first, then tossed with beaten eggs.
Jeyuk Bokkeum (Spicy Stir-fried Pork)Pork stir-fried with kimchi, onion, and chili in a spicy sauce.
Jinmichae Bokkeum (Stir-fried Dried Squid)Seasoned dried shredded squid stir-fried in a sweet and savory sauce — a classic banchan.
Jjukkumi Bokkeum (Spicy Stir-fried Baby Octopus)Marinated webfoot octopus stir-fried with cabbage and onion over high heat
LA Galbi (Korean BBQ Short Ribs)Marinated LA-style short ribs pan-seared until golden — an easy home-style beef dish.
Myeolchi Bokkeum (Stir-fried Dried Anchovies)Small dried anchovies toasted in a dry pan and tossed in a soy glaze
Nakji Bokkeum (Spicy Stir-fried Octopus)Briefly blanched long-arm octopus stir-fried with onion and leek in a spicy sauce
Ojingeo Bokkeum (Spicy Stir-fried Squid)Squid and vegetables stir-fried briefly over high heat in a gochujang sauce.
Osam Bulgogi (Spicy Pork and Squid Stir-fry)Pork and squid stir-fried over high heat in a gochujang sauce
Soseji Yachae Bokkeum (Sausage and Vegetable Stir-fry)Sausages, onion, green pepper, and red bell pepper stir-fried in a ketchup sauce
Tteokbokki (Spicy Rice Cakes)Rice cakes, fish cakes, and boiled eggs simmered in a gochujang sauce
Braised Dishes 12
Danhobak-jorim (Braised Kabocha Squash)Steamed kabocha squash glazed in a sweet soy sauce braise
Dubu-jorim (Braised Tofu)Drained tofu and onion braised in a soy sauce glaze
Dwaeji Galbi-jjim (Braised Pork Ribs)Pork ribs slowly braised in a sweet soy sauce with potatoes and carrots.
Galbi-jjim (Braised Short Ribs)Beef short ribs slowly braised in a soy sauce glaze with Korean radish and carrots.
Galchi-jorim (Braised Hairtail Fish)Hairtail fish braised in a spicy soy sauce over a bed of Korean radish.
Gamja-jorim (Soy-braised Potatoes)Potatoes and onion simmered in a soy sauce glaze over medium heat — a classic side dish.
Godeungeo-jorim (Braised Mackerel with Radish)Mackerel braised on a bed of Korean radish in a spicy soy sauce.
Jjimdak (Soy-braised Chicken with Glass Noodles)Andong-style chicken braised with vegetables and glass noodles in a soy sauce glaze.
Mechurial Jangjorim (Soy-braised Quail Eggs)Peeled boiled quail eggs and shishito peppers braised in a sweet soy sauce, a classic make-ahead side dish.
Mu-jorim (Braised Korean Radish)Korean radish, leek, and onion braised in soy sauce until translucent
Sogogi Jangjorim (Soy-braised Beef)Beef braised in soy sauce with eggs, a make-ahead side dish that keeps for days.
Yeongeun-jorim (Braised Lotus Root)Crunchy lotus root braised in a sweet and salty soy glaze, a classic make-ahead side.
Seasoned Salads 7
Gosari-namul (Seasoned Bracken Fern)Rehydrated bracken fern stir-fried in sesame oil and seasoned.
Kongnamul-muchim (Seasoned Soybean Sprouts)Blanched, thoroughly cooked soybean sprouts tossed with green onion — a simple namul.
Mu-saengchae (Spicy Radish Salad)Thinly julienned Korean radish and green onions tossed with vinegar and chili
Oi-muchim (Spicy Cucumber Salad)Lightly salted cucumber and onion tossed in a sweet, tangy, spicy dressing.
Sigeumchi-namul (Seasoned Spinach)Briefly blanched spinach tossed with soup soy sauce and toasted sesame oil.
Sukju-namul (Seasoned Mung Bean Sprouts)Crunchy blanched mung bean sprouts tossed with scallions and sesame oil.
Yeoneo Kkakdugi (Salmon Cubes in Kkakdugi Seasoning)Cubed Korean radish and raw salmon tossed in a gochujang dressing — a modern home-style side.
Side Dishes 9
Dubu-buchim (Pan-fried Tofu)Drained tofu pan-fried until golden and topped with a spicy soy sauce
Gyeran-jjim (Steamed Eggs)Fluffy steamed eggs puffed up in an earthenware pot, stirred as they set.
Gyeran-mari (Rolled Omelette)A rolled omelette with finely minced leek and carrot, rolled slowly over low heat.
Japchae (Glass Noodle Stir-fry)Glass noodles tossed with beef, spinach, and vegetables, each cooked separately.
Kkakdugi (Cubed Radish Kimchi)Cubed Korean radish salted, then tossed in a gochugaru seasoning to ferment into kkakdugi.
Mayak Gyeran (Soy-marinated Soft-boiled Eggs)Soft-boiled eggs marinated in a soy sauce with scallions and chilies, a side that disappears with rice.
Pa-kimchi (Green Onion Kimchi)Crisp scallion kimchi coated in a gochugaru seasoning.
Saeu-gui (Salt-roasted Prawns)Large prawns roasted on a bed of coarse salt in a covered pan, a fall favorite in Korea.
Suyuk (Boiled Pork Belly)A whole piece of pork belly boiled in water with doenjang and aromatics, then sliced.
Savory Pancakes 7
Aehobak-jeon (Pan-fried Zucchini)Korean zucchini slices dredged in flour and egg and pan-fried golden over medium heat.
Buchu-jeon (Garlic Chive Pancake)A thin, crisp pancake packed with garlic chives and held together with just a little batter.
Donggeurangttaeng (Pan-fried Meat Patties)Ground pork and tofu shaped into small patties and pan-fried
Gamja-jeon (Potato Pancakes)Grated potato mixed back with its own settled starch and pan-fried until chewy.
Kimchi-jeon (Kimchi Pancake)Sour kimchi and onion in a pancake-mix batter, pan-fried until crisp.
Kkaennip-jeon (Perilla Leaf Fritters)Perilla leaves dusted in flour, dipped in egg, and pan-fried
Pajeon (Scallion Pancake)A crisp pancake packed with whole scallions.
Rice Dishes 10
Bibimbap (Mixed Rice with Vegetables)Rice topped with seasoned vegetables, stir-fried beef, and a fried egg, mixed with gochujang.
Chamchi Mayo Deopbap (Tuna Mayo Rice Bowl)Rice topped with a sweet soy sauce, tuna mayo, scrambled egg, and strips of seaweed.
Gyeran Bokkeumbap (Egg Fried Rice)Day-old rice stir-fried with onion, carrot, and scrambled eggs.
Jumeokbap (Korean Rice Balls)Bite-size balls of sesame-oil rice wrapped in roasted seaweed.
Kimbap (Korean Seaweed Rice Rolls)Rice and vegetables rolled in seaweed and sliced into bite-size pieces.
Kimchi Bokkeumbap (Kimchi Fried Rice)Sour kimchi and onion stir-fried with day-old rice and scrambled eggs.
Kongnamul-bap (Soybean Sprout Rice)Rice cooked with soybean sprouts on top until the sprouts are fully cooked.
Korean Curry Rice (Kare Raiseu)Pork, potato, onion, and carrot simmered and thickened with curry, served over rice.
Omurice (Korean Omelette Rice)Ketchup fried rice with vegetables and ham, tucked under a soft layer of egg.
Saeu Bokkeumbap (Shrimp Fried Rice)Fluffy fried rice with shrimp and egg, with the shrimp added back at the end so it stays tender.
Noodles 8
Bibim Guksu (Spicy Mixed Noodles)Cold thin wheat noodles tossed in a sweet, spicy, tangy gochujang sauce.
Janchi Guksu (Banquet Noodle Soup)Thin wheat noodles in anchovy broth, topped with Korean zucchini and egg.
Jjajangmyeon (Black Bean Noodles)Home-style jjajangmyeon: noodles topped with a sauce built on stir-fried chunjang.
Jjolmyeon (Spicy Chewy Noodles)Chewy jjolmyeon noodles tossed with vegetables and a sweet, tangy gochujang sauce.
Kalguksu (Knife-cut Noodle Soup)Home-style knife-cut noodle soup with potato and Korean zucchini.
Rabokki (Spicy Rice Cakes with Ramyeon)Rice cakes and fish cakes simmered in a gochujang broth, with instant ramyeon noodles added at the end.
Rajuk (Ramyeon Rice Porridge)Hearty one-pot porridge of instant ramyeon and leftover rice
Sujebi (Hand-torn Noodle Soup)Rested flour dough torn thin by hand and simmered with potato in anchovy stock.