Caroline Choe, a Korean American chef and author of the cookbook “Banchan: 60 Korean American Recipes for Delicious, Shareable Sides,” suggests trying Korean side dishes for Thanksgiving instead of traditional stuffing and cranberries. Choe’s family learned to cook a Korean American Thanksgiving meal when they moved to the United States, creating a blend of Korean and American flavors. Some of Choe’s favorite dishes include kimchi mashed potatoes and kimchi mac and cheese.
Her cookbook features traditional banchan recipes from her family and some of her own creations. Some recipes include a maple doenjang dip, hot vegetable anchovy broth, hot kimchi mac and cheese, seasoned broccoli salad, and smoky gochujang chicken salad. The dishes offer unique flavors and provide a twist on traditional Thanksgiving side dishes.
Choe’s recipes offer a fusion of Korean and American flavors, adding a new dimension to Thanksgiving meals. The dishes are versatile and flavorful, perfect for adding a twist to the traditional Thanksgiving spread. Choe’s cookbook provides inspiration for incorporating Korean flavors into holiday meals and introduces new and exciting dishes to try.
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