Here are 8 iconic Korean dishes that are tangy to spicy and comforting to crunchy.

Mandu, korean dumplings filled with meat or veggies, steamed, pan-fried, or boiled, perfect with soy-vinegar dipping sauce.

Odeng, fish cake skewers served in hot broth, a comforting snack from Korean street stalls, especially during cold months.

Kimchi, fermented spicy cabbage or radish, a staple side dish rich in probiotics and flavor. every korean meal includes it.

Sundubu Jjigae, a spicy stew made with soft tofu, seafood or meat, and eggs, served bubbling hot in a stone pot.

Japchae, sweet potato glass noodles stir-fried with veggies, soy sauce, and sesame oil, slightly sweet, savory, and very satisfying.

Kimchi Jjigae, a hearty kimchi stew made with pork, tofu, and aged kimchi, bold, tangy, and warming.

Tteokbokki, spicy rice cakes simmered in a gochujang-based sauce, chewy, fiery, and addictive street food at its best.