할머니의 레시피 Grandma's Recipe

'Jipbap', which means a home-cooked meal, gives a certain nostalgic vibe especially when you are away from home. Even though there is nothing special about it, you get to have a strong urge about it from time to time. In the case of Korea, Jipbap normally is composed of bowls for rice and soup, a few banchans made with veggies or salted seafood, and, preferably, a 'gogi' banchan. Gogi banchan is the protein of the meal and is considered the main side dish. If you want to try a legitimate 'jipbap' in a modern setting, Grandma's Recipe is the place to be. Located around the entrance of Seoul Forest, it has been loved by locals and employees from offices around it with its warm and welcoming vibe. We were impressed with little details like the menu inside an envelope. We were able to learn that sauces and condiments it uses are made by the mother of the owner. How authentic! It offers various menus based on the gogi banchan. We ordered Ssambap Jeongsik (Leaf Wraps and Rice Meal), Ganjanggejang Jeongsik (Soy Sauce Marinated Crab Meal, and Ddeokgalbi Jeongsik (Grilled Short Rib Patties Meal). At first, they served banchans that we share such as kimchi and salad. Then each of us was served with a plate filled with other banchans made with salted seafood and bowls of rice and soup. Jeyukbokkeum, which is stirred-fried pork, was served for Ssambap Jeongsik. They also gave us lettuce and sesame leaf. For ssambap, we wrap meats and other banchan in a leaf. Ganjanggejang might be a little strange and is a bit hard to eat besides the body part. But it was worth the struggle. Also, try pouring soy sauce and adding butter cubes to the rice, and mix them. Soy sauce butter rice is going to be a bomb. We promise. We had 2 pieces of Ddeokgalbi patties. Although it was quite thick, it was not dry at all. It was sweet and savory with a soft texture. If you want to experience a decent local home-cooked meal in Korea, visit Grandma's Recipe and make sure to take a walk in Seoul Forest after the meal. It is going to make your day. #halloween2021 #themepark #awesomepic