Korea Observer

Here's another tempting recipe from Maangchi.com: Chapssalddeok (Korean-style mochi)  According to Maangchi.com, " Chapssalddeok   used to be called “mochi” among Koreans, but these days everybody calls this particular kind of rice cake “chapssalddeok.” The word   mochi  is a Japanese word that simply means “rice cake.”

Recipes with noodles are a staple in many Asian countries including South Korea, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam and Malaysia. I first tasted japchae (stir-fried noodles with vegetables) at a Korean restaurant in Malate in Manila, Philippines and since then, I always order it. I think the appeal of japchae lies in the taste. It has a sweet flavor. In addition, it has many wonderful ingredients including beef and spinach. [caption id="attachment_153" align="alignnone" width="500" caption="Japchae (Photo courtesy of www.maangchi.com)"] [/caption]

If you like tteokbokki, or the spicy Korean rice cakes, you may want to try making your own rice cake at home. [caption id="attachment_28" align="alignnone" width="500" caption="tteokbokki"] [/caption]