Title: Cook Korean! : a comic book with recipes /
Authors: Ha, Robin
Year: 2016
Subjects: Cooking, Korean Comic books, strips, etc.; COOKING Regional & Ethnic Asian.; COMICS & GRAPHIC NOVELS Nonfiction.; COOKING Regional & Ethnic General.; Cooking, Korean
Abstract: "A charming introduction to the basics of Korean cooking in graphic novel form, with 64 recipes, ingredient profiles, and more, presented through light-hearted comics. Playful and instructive, Cook Korean! is the intersection of cookbook and graphic novel in one easy-to-use package dedicated to this increasingly popular Asian cuisine. Illustrator Robin Ha presents colorful, humorous comics that fully illustrate all the steps and ingredients necessary for all 64 recipes in a clear, concise presentation (with no more than 2 pages per recipe on average). Recipes featured include Easy Kimchi (Makkimchi), Spicy Bok Choy (Cheonggyeongche Muchim), and Seaweed Rice Roll (Kimbap), among many other dishes. Each chapter includes personal anecdotes and cultural insights from Ha, providing an intimate entry point for those looking to try their hand at this cuisine. Perfect for beginners and seasoned cooks alike, Cook Korean! is accessible, fun, and inviting"--
Contents: Prologue -- Introduction -- Kimchi and pickles -- Vegetable side dishes -- Meat and poultry -- Seafood -- Soups and stews -- Porridges -- Noodles and rice cakes -- Snacks and street food -- Cocktails and anju -- Korean fusion -- Acknowledgements -- Index.