Thanksgiving 2023 brings a whole bunch of fun and entertainment with the family as we gather for some good times and a table full of mouth-watering food. With some of the traditional foods like turkey, gravy, potatoes, pies, and many other delicious sights filling up the dinner table, the preparation that kept us eyeing the kitchen since morning seemed so worth it.
But even the traditional food can make you crave something more once in a while, and what better way to bring a twist than going to the East! With this, we bring to you a selection of Korean delicacies that you need on your Thanksgiving table this year!
Thanksgiving 2023: Korean Food to Bring a Twist to Your Dinner
Tteokbokki (Rice Cakes)
We begin with one of the infamous street snacks you will find in every Kdrama and on the streets of South Korea. Tteokbokki is a red spicy rice cake snack that is soft and chewy with a red sauce that will keep you addicted to this dish. A perfect addition to the table or to pad your tummy before the real food is out!
Samgyeopsal (Korean BBQ)
There can’t be a celebration if there is no meat on the table and what better dish than some Korean BBQ to make an entrance on your dinner table? Make a filling wrap for your loved ones and share a hearty meal that brings in the family love that is paired with this delicacy. Also, add in some beer and you are ready to go!
Bibimbap (Rice Bowl)
Thanksgiving is all about comfort and that is exactly what this dish brings to you- a comfort like no other. Choose your toppings and add them to some rice along with some Korean sauces and a fried egg to complete this dish. So if you are far away from home on this holiday, get yourself a Bibimbap to find the warmth you have been missing all this while.
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Jajangmyeon
Next is a Korean-Chinese dish which is immensely popular in South Korea- Jajangmyeon also known as black bean sauce noodles. This is another comfort food to remind you of home and to accompany you in your loneliness if you are missing out on this wonderful holiday. Bring in a bowl of Jajangmyeon and warm your heart with this comfort food that is perfect for every weather.
Japchae (Stir Fried Glass Noodles)
While Thanksgiving has a set of traditional food, why not accompany it with the traditional dishes of South Korea to add a twist? Japchae is a stir-fired glass noodles dish which is a traditional dish in the country’s culture and is made during special occasions. So why not bring this traditional food to your table as well?
Korean Fried Chicken
If Japchae is here to bring traditional Korea, the modern-day dish of Korean Fried Chicken has become an irresistible entity that cannot be left out no matter what. The crispy and juicy fried chicken is a favourite of all age groups and is the perfect addition to our dinner tables when celebrating Thanksgiving.
Bingsu (Shaved Ice)
While the food has made us droll, there is no way we are missing out on some Korean dessert to accompany our pies. Bingsu is a shaved ice delicacy where you get to add your favourite toppings to this cold dessert and give you a mouth-watering sensation right before the weather brings a pause to all your favourite cold foods.
Bonus: Kimchi (Spicy Fermented Vegetables)
In addition to all this yummy food, we have the popular Kimchi that cannot be kept away from this table full of food. This healthy accompaniment to all the food will make sure you properly digest all that you eat during this feast and keep the food fun throughout dinner. This fermented delicacy is a must-have when you prepare a table full of Korean food.
Which of these dishes are going on your Thanksgiving table? Let us know in the comments below!
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