7 Korean Dishes That Will Keep You Chilled In Summer
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- 21 Jul 2022
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Summer in Korea can be oppressively hot, but despite the discomfort of the high temperatures and constant humidity, several summertime foods serve to make the heat bearable. Many Korean dishes will undoubtedly change your disliking of the summer. These 7 Korean dishes will keep you cool whether you’re in the mood for a chilled, flavorful entrée or a refreshing frozen dessert.
#1 Bingsu
This popular delicacy, which appeals to Korea’s tremendous, sweet craving, is available at innumerable restaurants around the peninsula. Traditional toppings for the shaved ice delight include sweetened red beans, chewy rice cakes, and condensed milk, while modern bingsu includes everything from fine chocolate and green tea ice cream to mango chunks and fresh strawberries.
#2 Oi-muchim (Korean Spicy Cucumber Salad)
Cucumbers are the key ingredient of oi-muchim, a chilled, spicy salad commonly offered as a side dish in many Korean restaurants and are arguably one of the best summer vegetables due to their high water content. The subtle aromas and crisp texture of the cucumber, marinated in vinegar and red chili flakes, making the dish both delicious and refreshing.
3 Naengmyeon
When the weather gets hot, Koreans turn to naengmyeon, or cold noodles, to keep cool. Naengmyeon is a Korean dish of long buckwheat or sweet potato noodles served in an icy chicken or beef stock. Sliced cucumber, Asian pear, and radish are common additions to the dish to make it more cooling and to enhance the flavors and texture. You’ve got yourself a decent meal with a dab of gochujang (hot red pepper paste) and finally a squeeze of vinegar and mustard.
#4 Chimaek
Chimaek, which means “chicken and beer,” is the classic summer snack, best savored on a restaurant patio or along the Han River (where it can be delivered directly to your picnic spot). The famous twice-fried chicken of Korea (which has a festival devoted to it) comes frequently with a side of radish cubes, which help to cool the chicken down. You’ll stay cool no matter how hot the weather gets with the crunchy, crisp radishes and the ice-cold Cass.
