Uses Of Mixer Grinder To Replicate Your Favourite Korean Dishes

With the rising trend of Korean culture, including K-pop and K-dramas, the love for trying or cooking Korean food is also growing. From whipping up a warm rice cake to making savoury pancakes, people are experimenting with Korean flavours at home. However, for beginners, preparing Korean meals can be daunting, but no need to worry; a mixer grinder by Usha will help you make things easier.

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This tool, with some basic ingredients, adjusts the load from grinding to blending. You can make sauces, pastes, or batters at home, as these mixtures are essential for popular Korean recipes. Whether you want to experiment with something fun or you are new to cooking, this guide will help you explore more. This article will discuss the uses of this appliance to prepare different parts of Korean dishes.

1) Making Kimchi Paste

Kimchi is a classic Korean side dish made of salted and fermented vegetables. The paste used in its preparation provides a complex flavour profile that is primarily spicy, salty, and savoury. To prepare this paste, gather the key ingredients like gochugaru ( Korean red pepper flakes ), ginger, garlic, an apple or a pear, fish sauce for a slightly salty taste, and cooled rice porridge to maintain the thickness. Then roughly chop all solid ingredients like cabbage and radish. Combine all ingredients in the mixer grinder, add a bit of water, and blend until you achieve a thick, vibrant red paste.

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2) Preparing Gochujang-Inspired Sauce

Gochujang is a spicy and slightly sweet sauce used in Korean dishes like soups, rice dishes, and noodles. To whip it up, blend chickpea miso, maple syrup, chili flakes, coconut aminos, and garlic in a mixer grinder until smooth, and add water a little at a time to thin the paste. You can adjust ingredients according to your preferred flavours and taste. You will be ready with a sauce similar to store-bought gochujang in just a few minutes. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

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3) Grinding Sesame Seeds For Sauces

Apart from Indian cooking, sesame seeds are commonly used in Korean cuisine, especially in making sauces. You can grind roasted sesame seeds in Usha’s mixer grinder to turn them into a fine powder. This versatile, ground sesame can be used as a topping for rice, noodles, or mixed with vinegar or soy sauce to make a delectable dipping sauce.

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4) Whip Up A Ginger And Garlic Puree

Along with Chinese dishes, many Korean dishes also use ginger-garlic puree as a base. To prepare this base simply, blend equal parts of ginger and garlic with a little water in the mixer grinder. You can use this fresh puree in stir-fries, marinades, and soups to experience its bold notes.

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5) Blending Pancake Batter

A Korean pancake is a classic favourite packed with flavour and plenty of room for variation. The batter is made with eggs, water, flour, and rice flour for crispiness. To prepare a lump-free batter, blend all these ingredients in the mixer grinder. Add finely chopped vegetables like zucchini, carrots, and spring onions before pan-frying. Just like that, you have a delicious option for breakfast or an evening snack.

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