Korean-Inspired Tapas

Ingredients

While traditional Spanish tapas focus on ingredients like olives, cured meats, and seafood, our Korean-inspired tapas infuses the dishes with Korean flavors and ingredients. Expect to find gochujang (Korean chili paste), kimchi, and other Korean staples adding a spicy and tangy kick to the dishes. We alse have the original recipe for Tapas, so you can check it out.

• 1 cup (235ml) gochujang 1 cup (235ml) gochujang
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons honey 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 pound (450g) beef, thinly sliced 1 pound (450g) beef, thinly sliced
• 1 cup (200g) kimchi, chopped 1 cup (200g) kimchi, chopped
• 1 cup (150g) tofu, cubed 1 cup (150g) tofu, cubed
• 1 cup (150g) mushrooms, sliced 1 cup (150g) mushrooms, sliced
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 green onion, thinly sliced 1 green onion, thinly sliced
• Sesame seeds, for garnish Sesame seeds, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 350 kcal / 1465 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 12g, 3g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 25g, 10g
• Protein: 30g
• Fiber: 5g
• Salt: 2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a bowl, combine gochujang, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, and sesame oil. Mix well to make a marinade.
2. 2.
   Add the sliced beef to the marinade and let it sit for at least 30 minutes.
3. 3.
   Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the marinated beef and cook until browned and cooked through.
4. 4.
   In a separate pan, sauté the mushrooms until tender.
5. 5.
   Arrange the cooked beef, mushrooms, kimchi, tofu, and green onion on a serving platter.
6. 6.
   Garnish with sesame seeds and serve.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Kimchi — If you prefer a milder flavor, rinse the kimchi before chopping it.
• Gochujang — Adjust the amount of gochujang according to your spice preference.
• Tofu — For a firmer texture, press the tofu before cubing it.
• Beef — Freeze the beef for 30 minutes before slicing to make it easier to cut thinly.
• Mushrooms — Use a mix of different mushrooms like shiitake, oyster, and button mushrooms for added flavor.

Tips & Tricks

• Substitute beef with chicken or pork for variation.
• Serve the tapas with a side of steamed rice for a more substantial meal.
• Experiment with different types of kimchi for unique flavors.
• Add a squeeze of fresh lime juice for a burst of citrusy freshness.
• Serve the tapas with a variety of Korean dipping sauces for extra flavor options.

Serving advice

Serve the Korean-inspired tapas as a shared appetizer or as part of a larger Korean meal. Encourage your guests to mix and match the different tapas to create their own flavor combinations. Provide small plates and chopsticks for an authentic Korean dining experience.

Presentation advice

Arrange the tapas on a large platter, placing each ingredient in its own section. This will create an inviting and visually appealing display. Garnish with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and a few extra slices of green onion for a pop of color.