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Learn, taste and discover the flavours of Korea with chef Judy Joo.

Judy Joo’s Korean Soul Food

‘I love Korean food, and to all those that think that it’s just about kimchi…think again! Judy is a master in the kitchen, her passion and straightforward, easy recipes are inspirational and delicious. From the classics through to street food, and some very clever fusion cooking, this book is a beauty – full of heart-warming food for the adventurous eater.’

– Michel Roux Jr

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Fresh from the success of Korean Food Made Simple, chef Judy Joo is back with a brand new collection of recipes that celebrate the joys of Korean comfort food and get straight to the heart and soul of the kitchen. Drawing on her own heritage and international experience, Judy presents recipes that appeal to everyone, from street food to snacks and sharing plates, kimchi to Ko-Mex fusion food, and dumplings to dessert. Through clear, easy-to-understand recipes and gorgeous photography, Judy will help you master the basics before putting her signature fun, unexpected twist on the classics, including Philly Cheesesteak dumplings and a Full English–inspired Bibimbap bowl.

With over 100 recipes, helpful glossaries and tips on how to stock the perfect Korean store cupboard, there’s something for amateur chefs and accomplished home cooks alike. So much more than rice and fried chicken, these truly unique recipes are simple, delicious and will have everyone clamouring for more.

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‘Judy Joo captures the flavors and the heart of Korean food and switches things up just enough to make them accessible and familiar, but not so much that you lose the soul of the recipe. It’s an art!’

– Sunny Anderson

 

 

Korean Food Made Simple

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125 simple Korean recipes from the host of the Cooking Channel television show of the same name

In Korean Food Made Simple, Judy Joo, host of the Cooking Channel’s show of the same name and Food Network regular, brings Korean food to the masses, proving that it’s fun and easy to prepare at home. As a Korean-American, Judy understands how to make dishes that may seem exotic and difficult accessible to the everyday cook.

The book has over 100 recipes including well-loved dishes like kimchi, sweet potato noodles (japchae), beef and vegetable rice bowl (bibimbap), and Korean fried chicken, along with creative, less-traditional recipes like Spicy Pork Belly Cheese Steak, Krazy Korean Burgers, and Fried Fish with Kimchi Mayo and Sesame Mushy Peas.

In addition, there are chapters devoted to sauces, desserts, and drinks as well as a detailed list for stocking a Korean pantry, making this book a comprehensive guide on Korean food and flavors. Enjoying the spotlight as the hot Asian cuisine, Korean food is on the rise, and Judy’s bold and exciting recipes are go-tos for making it at home.

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@judyjoochef Instagram profile image🔥 Kimchi Fried Rice (Kimchi-bokkeum-bap)

Part of my K-Quick Recipe Series — quick, bold Korean dishes from my newest cookbook!

The ultimate fridge-cleanout meal — with serious Seoul 🔥🍳

My take on this classic uses leftover rice, bold umami filled seasoning, and a cheeky little spoonful of mayo for creaminess (trust me!). Top with scallions and gochugaru — and dinner’s done and delicious. 

What’s your must-add protein in kimchi fried rice? Shrimp? Spam? Egg? Tofu? 👀👇
I always add a fried egg… and toss in some prawns.  Delish.

💡: @samsunguk 
 🛒: @koreafoodsuk 
 📚: K-Quick — From my latest cookbook, K-Quick — link in bio if you want the full collection!

🍚 Serves: 4
⏱️ Prep time: 15 min | Total time: ~30 min

Ingredients:
* 3 tbsp soy sauce
* 1½ tbsp ssamjang
* 1 tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
* 1 tbsp caster sugar
* 2 tbsp roasted sesame oil
* Neutral oil (for frying)
* 2 spring onions (scallions), thinly sliced
* 1 yellow onion, finely chopped
* 125g (1¼ cups) cabbage kimchi, chopped
* 1kg (5 cups) short-grain rice, cooked + dried out
* 60g (¼ cup) Kewpie mayo (or vegan mayo)
* Salt & pepper to taste
To serve (optional):
🌱 Extra spring onions, thinly sliced on a bias
🌶 More gochugaru

How to make it:
1️⃣ Whisk together soy sauce, ssamjang, gochugaru, sugar & sesame oil.
2️⃣ In a large non-stick pan, heat oil over medium-high. Sauté spring onions + yellow onion till softened.
3️⃣ Add chopped kimchi and stir-fry for 2 mins.
4️⃣ Toss in the rice and break it up. Pour in the sauce mix + mayo. Stir to coat everything evenly. Season to taste.
5️⃣ Optional: Stir in your cooked protein of choice.
6️⃣ Serve hot, topped with extra scallions + gochugaru 🌶
✨ The mayo coats the rice grains, adding creaminess you didn’t know you needed. Total umami bomb.

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#JudyJoo #JudyJooChef #KQuick #KoreanRecipes #KoreanSoulFood #SamsungUK #SamsungKitchen #KoreanCooking #Korea #Seoulplaza #KimchiFriedRice #KimchiBokkeumbap #Leftovers #KoreanComfortFood4 days ago via Instagram
@judyjoochef Instagram profile imageJuly’s off to a sizzling start 🇺🇸🌭🇬🇧

Honored to join Ambassador Warren @us_amb_uk and friends at this year’s Independence Day celebration at Winfield House — where diplomacy came with a side of hot dogs, @jackdaniels_us & @cocacola, and a surprise appearance from a life-sized @wendys Frosty.

Grateful for the warm hospitality and a chance to celebrate American roots in the heart of London — through food, friendship, and a whole lot of flavor.

Note to self: next time, bring kimchi for the hot dogs. 🌭🌶️

#FourthOfJuly #WinfieldHouse #JudyJoo #judyjoochef #FoodDiplomacy #HotDogSeason #WomenInFood #AmericanInLondon #TasteOfHome #WendysFrosty #JackDaniels #CocaCola #KoreanAmericanChef #kimchi #SummerFood #SummerEats #Summervibes5 days ago via Instagram
@judyjoochef Instagram profile imageWhat I Ate at the @henleyroyalregatta🍓🥂

Pulled up in serious style thanks to @genesis_europe — smooth sailing from the start, and the day just kept getting better. 💫

Lunch? A masterclass in indulgence. Wye Valley asparagus dressed up with truffle aioli, perfectly pink lamb with fondant potato, and generous helpings of BYOCaviar (shoutout to @kingsfinefood1 for the pearls ✨). Followed by a raspberry and white chocolate “pebble” that looked more like sculpture than dessert. Almost too pretty to eat… almost. Finished with a stunning British cheese board and flowing Nyetimber and Pimms, of course. When in Regatta mode!

We floated along the Thames on a post-lunch boat ride (dreamy), with live music and the most elegant afternoon tea to top it all off. British summer, you beauty.

Now manifesting a @seoulbirduk riverside stand next year—because fried chicken and champagne? Name a better duo. 😌🍗🍾

Big love to @genesis_europe for the luxe lift, and to @sodexolive for the five-star hospitality and unforgettable day.

#JudyJooChef #JudyJoo #WhatIEatInADay #HenleyRoyalRegatta #GenesisUK #SeoulBird #WomenInFood #BritishSummer #LuxuryEats #ChefLife #RegattaStyle #CaviarOnEverything #BYOCaviar6 days ago via Instagram
@judyjoochef Instagram profile imageWhen @chowhound asked about my favorite fast food pizza, I didn’t hesitate: @twobootspizza. 💥🍕

That crackly cornmeal crust? Unmatched. Crispy on the outside, chewy through the bite — it’s nostalgic, a little nutty, and totally addictive. Two Boots has been serving NYC attitude by the slice for decades — and I’m still hooked.

After a long day at work (or a good cocktail), my go-to was always the same: one plain cheese to check the fundamentals, and one Buckminster for comfort and character. Roasted garlic, spinach, three cheeses… say no more.

What I love most? They’ve nailed texture — that golden ratio of crunch to chew is no easy feat. And if I ever got to design my own pie? I’d bring the K-Slice: mozzarella, sautéed kimchi, smoky pork belly. A slice with Seoul. 😉 Because let’s be honest — kimchi belongs on everything (yes, even pizza).

Happy to be in good company, talking pizza next to my filming buddies @jeffmauro and @bobbyflay. 🍕👀

Swipe for the cheesy proof — and check the article to see which other celeb chefs dish on their guilty pizza pleasures.

📖: Link down below 
📸: This pie didn’t stand a chance.

Read more: https://www.chowhound.com/1885059/celebrity-chefs-favorite-pizza/

#JudyJoo #JudyJooChef #Chowhound #PizzaLove #NYCPizza #TwoBootsPizza #GuiltyPleasures #FastFoodFaves #WomenInFood #ComfortFood #FoodFeature1 week ago via Instagram
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