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ORIENTAL FOOD’S NEW KID ON THE BLOCK
On the rise for several years, Korean food appears to have truly broken through with its arrival on the UK’s mainstream supermarket aisles. 01.
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02. From K-pop (Korean pop) to Squid Games, Korean culture has been catapulted into the spotlight in the UK – with authentic Korean food also a key part of its rise to popularity. Global food leader Surya Foods recently launched a range of Korean staples under its Sun Hee brand into Tesco. They include Korean classic Kimchi – probably the most recognisable Korean food in the world, made from spicy fermented vegetables (typically napa cabbage and Korean radish) – as well as traditional Korean BBQ Sauce, Gochujang (sun-dried red chilli paste) and Doenjang (soybean paste). These staples are essential for creating authentic Korean dishes such as Bibimbap (rice bowl) and Samgyeopsal (Korean BBQ). Harry Dulai, Surya Foods Managing Director, says: “We are excited to bring this spicy and flavoursome cuisine to the UK. Demystifying ‘Cooking Korean’ is high on our agenda with Sun Hee. The range, made to traditional Korean recipes, is a great and easy entry point for anyone looking to master Korean classics.” He adds: “It is quite remarkable how the UK has embraced Korean cuisine and culture with food venues popping up across the UK. Surprisingly, it is not just international students driving this demand, there is a genuine interest in ‘eating Korean’ generally. We very much expect Korean to follow in the footsteps of Chinese, Indian and Mexican food and become a UK regular.” With Korean cuisine continuing to boom, why not add a trendy Korean twist to your menu?
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COOK KOREAN If you want to take an easy step into Korean flavours, try Sun Hee’s easy Korean style Beef Burger recipe featured on p44. Or simply use Sun Hee Korean BBQ sauce as a side sauce for a Korean twist to your existing beef burger night. Don’t know your Kimchi from your Gochujang? Take a look at our quick guide to using Korean classics... The new Sun Hee range, listed in Tesco, features:
01. Sun Hee Kimchi RRP £2.50, 190g
Kimchi is one of Korea’s most iconic dishes, enjoyed all over the world for its distinctive flavour. Made with fermented cabbage, radish, garlic and red chilli, it’s perfect as a side dish with rice, or mixed into stews, pancakes or stir-fries.
02. Sun Hee Doenjang (Soybean Paste) RRP £2.20, 170g
Doenjang soybean paste, which is also known as Korean miso, is full of rich, salty fermented flavours and is a key ingredient in Korean cuisine. Perfect for making ramen broth, stew or soups, the paste has a satisfyingly seductive boost of umami flavours.
03. Sun Hee Gochujang (Sun-dried Red Chilli Paste) RRP £2.20, 170g
Gochujang is so moreish and versatile, it’s often known as ‘Korean ketchup’! This hot red pepper paste is deliciously authentic and can be used to spice up anything and everything - from classic Korean recipes to anything else that needs a quick burst of complex heat and sweetness.
04. Sun Hee Korean BBQ Sauce RRP £2.20, 300g This full-bodied BBQ sauce packs a smoky, sweet and spicy flavour punch and is inspired from generations of authentic Korean cuisine. Enjoy as a tasty accompaniment to meat and vegetables or enjoy as a side sauce.
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