Get ready to take your taste buds on a trip to South Korea!
This list is full of flavorful and unique Korean street food recipes that you can easily make at home.
From savory fried chicken to sweet sugar candy, you’re sure to find something you love in these 15 recipes!
1. Bungeo-Ppang (Korean Fish Shaped Pastry)
Bungeo-ppang are absolutely adorable fish-shaped pastries, and they are quite delicious as well. The classic variety contains sweet red bean paste as the filling.
Nowadays, a lot of shops are branching out and coming up with interesting new twists on this snack. Go ahead and make them with your favorite fillings, like ham, cheese, chocolate, custard, and even Nutella!
2. Yangnyeom Chicken (Korean Fried Chicken)
Korean fried chicken is always an excellent choice, and this version really delivers on the flavor. From its crispy coating and juicy meat to its show-stopping glaze, this recipe has it all.
The fantastic red chili sauce will be a hit if you love a spicy meal. Don’t miss out on Korean fried chicken!
3. Kimbap or Gimbap (Korean Seaweed Rice Roll)
Kimbap, often called Gimbap, is a hugely popular grab-and-go snack you can find in Korea. The classic form includes radish, fish cakes, beef, eggs, and carrots.
You shouldn’t be intimidated to try these out for yourself. You can also include whatever ingredients appeal to you. Once you understand the basic techniques, you’ll be on a roll!
4. Bindaetteok (Mung Bean Pancakes)
Try Bindaetteok if you want some tasty, savory Korean pancakes. This recipe calls for mung beans, kimchi, rice, pork, eggs, a plethora of veggies, and seasonings.
They should be cooked until delightfully crispy on the outside while staying soft on the inside. Feel free to make a ton of these and freeze them for easy breakfasts.
5. Dakkochi (Korean Chicken Skewers)
A single taste of these amazing chicken skewers will have you totally hooked. Dakkochi are usually coated in a delicious sticky sauce. It’s sometimes spicy and sometimes sweet, but it’s always fantastic.
Fortunately, this recipe can teach you to make both versions. Don’t miss out on Dakkochi!
6. Hotteok (Korean Sweet Pancakes)
If you want a taste of one of Korea’s top sweet snack options, be sure to make these wonderful pancakes. Hotteok offer a wonderfully crispy exterior and gooey, flavorful filling.
Although you’ll find the traditional form stuffed with nuts, cinnamon, and brown sugar, you can also make savory versions. Both sweet and savory are moreish!
7. Dalgona Candy (Sugar Candy)
Ever since Squid Game was released, Dalgona Candy has become very well-known. This treat only needs a bit of baking soda and some sugar.
It’s traditionally made over a fire in a metal ladle to get that sticky caramel texture. Then, it’s flattened and shaped with cookie cutters. Since Squid Game has a second season coming, now is a great time to master this recipe!
8. Gamja Hot Dog (Corndog)
Gamja hot dogs are the ideal street food you can enjoy any time. While they are similar to American corn dogs, the batter does not call for cornmeal or yeast. I think that they are a serious upgrade, though.
The inside is made of mozzarella, sausage, or both. The exterior is slightly sweet, soft, and delightfully crispy.
To top it all off, the whole thing is rolled in tasty toppings. Make these today!
9. Sotteok Sotteok (Korean Hotdog And Rice Cake Skewers)
Sotteok Sotteok combines “sausage” with “garaetteok,” and they feature Korean sausages and chewy rice cakes alternated on bamboo skewers. Then, they get sprinkled with sesame seeds and coated with a delectable sauce.
These combine two amazing street food staples into a single tasty treat. These are sweet, tangy, spicy, and guaranteed to be a hit.
10. Mandu (Korean Dumplings)
You can find a ton of amazing dumpling recipes all across the world. These Korean dumplings are among the best!
Traditional mandu call for pork, but feel free to use a different protein. If you want to make these vegetarian, you can use tofu or mushrooms.
These are so amazing that you’ll never want to buy store-bought versions again. They can be served crispy alongside dipping sauces or in a soup.
11. Gyeran Bbang (Korean Egg Bread)
Many people love Gyeran bbang as a midday snack or light meal. This tasty egg bread is described as both sweet and salty, and it shares similarities with cornbread.
The key feature is a baked egg right on top! Though it’s sometimes put between two pieces of bread, it’s often on top. To make a Korean-style McMuffin, try topping with cheese and bacon.
12. Tteokbokki (Spicy Stir-fried Rice Cakes)
The delectable Korean snack Tteokbokki is super satisfying and enjoyable. You’ll get cylindrical rice cakes in a spicy and sweet sauce with a delightfully chewy texture.
Making this is easy in your own kitchen. Keep in mind that you might find this dish under the names topokki, dukbokki, or ddukbokki.
13. Pajeon (Korean Scallion Pancake)
I saved this recipe for the finale. Pajeon are kind of like a Korean variation on okonomiyaki, which is always exceptionally tasty.
These scallion pancakes offer a tremendous texture and are savory, crispy, and easy to make. To make them even heartier, you can add meats or kimchi. They will disappear in an instant when you serve them!
14. Jjinppang (Korean Steamed Buns)
If you want some more delicious red bean paste, why not try some Jjnppang? You should be able to buy this paste online or at your local Asian supermarket.
With these steamed buns, the filling really gets to shine because the buns themselves have a rather neutral flavor. They are a bit of a labor, but absolutely worth it!
15. Ojingeo Twigim (Korean Street Fried Squid)
Ojingeo twigim consists of delicious, tender squid inside a crispy, crunchy shell. Think of it as a Korean take on squid tempura.
It’s also easy to make at home. You can get that great crunch with just a few ingredients. If squid isn’t for you, you can try it with shrimp, peppers, or other veggies.