6 Easy Korean Dishes You Can Make in the Microwave

 6 Microwave Recipes

Looking for quick and delicious Korean meals without spending hours in the kitchen? Believe it or not, your microwave can be your best friend! While many traditional Korean dishes are known for their complex flavors and time-consuming preparation, there are plenty of shortcuts that allow you to enjoy authentic Korean food with minimal effort. Whether you're craving a quick snack or a comforting meal, these six microwave-friendly Korean dishes will satisfy your hunger in no time. From savory rice bowls to hearty soups, these recipes are perfect for busy days or when you just need a fast, flavorful fix. Let's dive in and explore how you can whip up Korean favorites with just a few ingredients and your microwave!

#1 Steamed Rice

Ingredients

• 1/2C rice
• 3/4C water

Instructions

Pour half a cup of rice into a large cup (one serving).

Add one cup of water, rinse the rice well, and drain.

Put the rice back in the cup and add ¾ cup of water.

Let it soak for 30 minutes for better texture.

Place the cup in a bowl and cover with a plate to avoid overflow.

Microwave for 5 minutes.

Let it sit for 1 minute without opening the lid.

Pour overflowed water from the bowl back into the cup and microwave for another 2 minutes.

Enjoy perfectly cooked, fluffy, and delicious rice!

#2 Steamed Egg

Ingredients

• 5 eggs
• A bit scallion (optional)
• A bit carrot (optional)
• 1/2t salt
• 1t sesame oil
• 1 1/2C hot water

Instructions

Finely chop one green onion.

Thinly slice and chop the carrot into small pieces.

In a bowl, mix 5 eggs, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of sesame oil.

Add 1.5 cups of hot water to cook the eggs faster. Strain the mixture for a smoother texture.

Optionally, add chopped green onions or carrots.

Use a microwave-safe bowl and cover with a microwave-safe lid or plastic wrap with holes. Microwave for 6-7 minutes.

After 6-7 minutes, perfectly Soft and Pudding-like Steamed Egg is done!

#3 Stir-Fried Potatoes

Ingredients

• 2 medium sized potatoes
• Some bacon (optional)
• 1 green onion
• 1/2t salt
• 1/2T cooking oil
• A bit pepper

Instructions

Thinly slice the potatoes, then julienne them into thin strips. Soak the julienned potatoes in water to remove the starch. Drain the potatoes and place them in a strainer to remove excess water.

Thinly slice one green onion. Slice some bacon or ham thinly.

Mix the drained potatoes with bacon, ½ teaspoon of salt, a bit of pepper, ½ tablespoon of cooking oil, and some chopped green onions.

Cover with a microwave-safe lid. Microwave for 6 minutes.

After 6 minutes, if it tastes bland, add a bit more salt. Simple and delicious stir-fried potatoes are done!

#4 Braised Tofu

Ingredients

• 16oz (450g) 1 block tofu
• Sauce
• 2 T soy sauce
• 1 T oyster sauce
• 1/2 T minced garlic
• 1 T red pepper powder
• 1 T sugar
• 1 T sesame oil
• 2 T chopped green onions
• 1 T cooking wine
• a bit of pepper

Instructions

Thinly chop 2 green onions.

In a bowl, put 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon oyster sauce, 1/2 tablespoon minced garlic, 1 tablespoon red pepper powder, 1 tablespoon sugar, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 2 tablespoons chopped green onions, 1 tablespoon cooking wine, and a bit of pepper. Mix well.

Cut one block of tofu in half and slice into desired thickness. Place tofu in a microwave-safe container and evenly spread the sauce on top. Layer the rest of the tofu and spread the remaining sauce.

Cover with a microwave-safe lid and microwave for 7 minutes.

After 7 minutes, savory delicious braised tofu is done!

#5 Seasoned Zucchini Side Dish 

Ingredients

• 1 medium sized zucchini
• Seasoning sauce
• 1/2 T soy sauce
• 1/2 T tuna fish sauce or soy sauce
• 1/2 T sesame oil
• 1 t garlic
• 1/2 T red pepper powder
• 1 T sesame seeds
• 1 T chopped green onions

Instructions

Cut the zucchini in half and slice into thick pieces for better texture.

Place the zucchini in a microwave-safe container, cover with a lid or plastic wrap, and microwave for about 3 minutes.

In a bowl, put 1/2 tablespoon soy sauce, 1/2 tablespoon tuna fish sauce (or soy sauce), 1/2 tablespoon sesame oil, 1 teaspoon garlic, 1/2 tablespoon red pepper powder, 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, and 1 tablespoon chopped green onions.

After 3 minutes, drain the water from the zucchini and mix it with the seasoning.

If it tastes bland, add more tuna fish sauce or a pinch of salt. Flavorful seasoned zucchini is done!

#6 Super Simple Suyuk (Boiled Pork)

Ingredients

• 14oz (400g) pork belly
• 1 onion
• 2 green onions (optional)
• 3 pinches salt
• A bit pepper
• 1T cooking wine

Instructions

Cut the pork belly into appropriate sizes and make small diagonal cuts for better cooking and tenderness.

Season the pork with 3 pinches of salt, a bit of pepper, and 1 tablespoon of cooking wine. Mix well and let it sit for 10 minutes.

Meanwhile, cut half an onion into appropriate sizes and place in a microwave-safe dish. Put the seasoned pork on top of the onion, then slice the remaining half onion and place it on top of the meat. Optionally, slice 2 green onions and place them on the meat.

Cover with a microwave-safe lid or plastic wrap with a few holes poked in it. Microwave for 10 minutes. If the meat is thick, cook for an additional 2 minutes.

After 10 minutes, the pork will be perfectly tender and delicious. Slice the pork thinly. Simple yet delicious suyuk is done!

To enjoy, place a piece of meat on a lettuce leaf, add a bit of ssamjang (Korean dipping sauce), wrap it up, and enjoy.

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