Dak galbi

Dak galbi, also known as spicy stir-fried chicken, is a popular Korean dish made primarily with chicken and various vegetables. The dish is known for its spicy, sweet, and savory flavor profile, which is achieved through the use of gochujang (Korean red chili paste), soy sauce, garlic, and sugar.

History

The origins of dak galbi can be traced back to the city of Chuncheon, in the Gangwon Province of South Korea. It was developed in the 1960s as an affordable food option for soldiers and students. The dish quickly gained popularity and is now enjoyed by people all over the world.

Preparation and Serving

Dak galbi is typically prepared in a large cast iron pan. The chicken is first marinated in a mixture of gochujang, soy sauce, garlic, and sugar. Vegetables such as cabbage, sweet potatoes, and perilla leaves are then added to the pan, along with the marinated chicken. The dish is cooked on a stove top and is often served directly from the pan.

In addition to the main ingredients, dak galbi can also include rice cakes, noodles, and cheese. It is commonly served with lettuce leaves, which are used to wrap pieces of the cooked chicken and vegetables.

Variations

There are several variations of dak galbi, including cheese dak galbi, where cheese is added to the pan towards the end of the cooking process, and curry dak galbi, which includes curry powder in the marinade. Another popular variation is dak galbi fried rice, where cooked rice is added to the pan after the chicken and vegetables have been cooked and stir-fried with the remaining sauce.

See Also

• Korean cuisine
• Bulgogi
• Samgyeopsal
• Kimchi