Why Do Koreans Eat So Much Spicy Food? The History Behind Korea’s Love of Heat
Ask someone to describe Korean food and there is a good chance the word “spicy” will appear almost immediately. Kimchi glows red with chili flakes. Tteokbokki comes covered in a fiery sauce. Spicy ramyeon has become internationally famous. Dishes such as dakbal, jjukkumi, buldak, and spicy pork can reach levels of heat that surprise even […]