Many of my readers ask me about Korean diet food. They think that Koreans are slim and they wonder what kind of low calorie foods Koreans eat daily. So today I will introduce one of them to you. I will show you how to make a delicious side using acorn jelly. This acorn jelly dish is one of those Korean diet foods, although people will eat this even if they are not dieting. Acorn jelly is a perfect ingredient for healthy, light, and delicious salads with lots of vegetables and a tasty sauce. Depending on your tastes, you can use other vegetables for your acorn jelly salad. Try it someday.

Yield: 2 Servings

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This spicy, sweet, and sour cucumber side is a Korean side-dish you can quickly make it with just a few ingredients. The flavor matches with many other Korean foods, so it is a perfect choice for any Korean meals. I especially like this sweet and sour flavor combination, so I often make it. If you see a cucumber at market, grab some to try this super easy but tasty Korean side-dish. 🙂

Yield: 2 Cups

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Today, I want to share one of my favorite childhood sides called gimjaban bokkeum. Are you familiar with the Korean seasoned and roasted dried laver snack? It is very popular side for Korean kids. Instead of buying pre-made ones, you can cook it healthy and tasty at home in few minutes. Our boys love it when I mixed it with some rice and make rice balls for them. Try it someday for your children or yourself.

Yield: 3 Cups

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