Japanese cuisine pages

  1. Dried shredded squid (Ojingeochae)

    Dried shredded squid are moist and chewy with a strong squid flavor. They are often eaten straight, as a snack. You can find them in the dried seafood section of Korean grocery stores next to the dried squid threads, which are similar but not nearly as soft.

  2. Seasoned dried shredded squid (Ojingeochae-muchim)

    Ojingeochae muchim is one of the most popular side dishes for Korean lunchboxes (“doshirak“). I learned this recipe from my cousin Kyeong in Korea, who was attending university when I was in high school. I couldn’t believe how tasty it was when I tasted her ojingeochae muchim because it was much softer than my own […]