KOREAN STREET FOOD at Traditional Market in Countryside

gondeurae (cudweed)

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: kale

Spinach provides a similar texture and flavor while being more accessible.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium soy sauce reduces sodium intake while maintaining flavor.

Enter the market and look for gondeurae (Korean thistle).

Purchase the gondeurae and rice from the vendor.

Back at home, rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.

Soak the rice in water for 30 minutes.

Drain the rice and place it in a pot.

Add the appropriate amount of water to the rice based on the cooking method.

Mix in the gondeurae, garlic, and green onion.

Season with soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper.

Cook the rice according to the pot instructions or bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.

Once cooked, let the rice sit covered for 10 minutes to steam before serving.

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