Most Korean cuisine has meat products in them, so as a vegetarian and vegan, it is rare to find dishes wholly devoid of dairy products. Some even believe there are fewer options in Korean cuisine for vegans and vegetarians. However, this is not true. There are many dishes in Korean cuisine for vegans which can be easily consumed, and one can thoroughly enjoy the flavours of Korean cuisine. Take a look.
Here Are 5 Vegan Dishes To Start With
1. Kimbap
This Korean dish has rice, vegetables and seaweed in it. Kimbap is a very common dish in South Korea and can be consumed by vegans. Kimbap has the appearance of Japanese sushi; however, it has no raw fish. It’s purely made of vegan ingredients, making it an apt choice for vegetarians.
Check out this kimbap recipe to learn more about this dish.
2. Mandu
Also known as dumplings, mandu can easily be prepared with vegan or vegetarian options without including animal products. You can use your own version of fillings and curate them and lastly, steam the mandu to enjoy a platter.
3. Ramyeon
This is one of the most preferred forms of noodles in Korea. It is also one of the noodles that have found their way into the food habits of the rest of the world. Rameyeon is an instant noodle dish and is now available in India, too, at online websites and convenience stores.
4. Ddeokbokki
The ddoekbokki is not a typical vegetarian or vegan dish. However, it can be made according to a person’s food choice. It is a somewhat spicy dish, and goes really well with ramyeon.
4. Baechu Kimchi
Cabbage kimchi can be easily consumed by people who are vegans and by everyone equally. There are different kinds of kimchi which Korean cuisine experts prepare. Kimchi is usually a side dish that is used to flavour and spice up any kind of dish,
Here’s a video of the kimchi which you can easily do at home.
5. Hobak Juk
This is one of the dishes which is considered to be a comfort food for Korean cuisine food lovers. It is also said that the Hobak Juk is one of the best options for vegans. The Hobakjuk is made of pumpkin, squash and even zucchini.
Well, these vegan options are best in Korean cuisine and we definitely think you should try them too.
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