From Korea with love

It is said that a dish only gets interesting with just the right amount of spice. This would probably explain why deliciously spicy dishes often top every food junkie’s must-try list every season.

Speaking of delicious and spicy (in a good way), it doesn’t get any better than Korean food. For the foodie at heart, here is a list of the top three Korean dishes you shouldn’t miss on your next food trip.

1. Samgyetang

Famous for its energizing capacity, this soup-based dish is made up of boiled chicken added with Korean ginseng. Other spices are also added to enrich the flavor of the broth. In Korea, this dish is often served in summer to help boost energy.

2. Bibimbap

Bibimbap means mixed rice.  Served as a bowl of white rice topped with seasoned veggies and chili pepper paste, it has become one of the most acknowledged Korean dishes all over the world. It is also noted to be one of the Filipinos’ favorite food choices in Korean restaurants.

3. Doenjang Jjigae

This traditional Korean stew is made with fermented soybean paste. Other ingredients like tufo, shells, and other vegetables can also be added. In Korea, Doenjang Jjigae is an essential dish to complete a hearty home-cooked meal.

Now here’s the catch, you don’t have to fly all the way to Korea to treat yourself to one of these delectable dishes. With all the rage on Korean cuisines today, many Korean restaurants have sprung out to bring a taste of Korea to the Cebuanos.

Either Korean food is your thing or you’re just on the lookout for something new to the taste buds, il Mee Korean restaurant is a good pick.  They offer authentic Korean meals at P250, plus they give out free side dishes. il Mee is located at Gaisano Country Mall and is open from 10:30am to 7am.