Kpop From Seoul

Banchan are the side dishes served alongside rice in a Korean meal. Kimchi is one example, but the little plates can also hold seasoned vegetables, a rolled omelet or other preparations. If several dishes arrive at your first Korean restaurant visit, you can enjoy them throughout the meal. Start by learning one dish’s name and trying a small bite with rice. This guide helps you recognize four examples, understand kimchi’s place among them, and ask about more when you find a favorite—whether you are eating in Seoul, the US or Europe.