Experience the Delicious Fusion of Kimchi Mac and Cheese Along with a Variety of Banchan Sides

Caroline Choe, a Korean American chef, suggests replacing traditional Thanksgiving dishes with Korean banchan side dishes. Her family learned to create a Korean American Thanksgiving spread with dishes like kimchi mashed potatoes and kimchi mac and cheese. Her cookbook, “Banchan: 60 Korean American Recipes for Delicious, Shareable Sides,” includes traditional banchan recipes from her family and her own inventions like Maple Doenjang Dip and Hot Vegetable Anchovy Broth. The Maple Doenjang Dip is a sweet, salty, and tangy sauce perfect for vegetables. The Vegetable Anchovy Broth is a versatile option for gravies and stuffings. The Hot Kimchi Mac Cheese highlights fermentation and nutty richness. The Seasoned Broccoli Salad is a light and refreshing option for Thanksgiving, while the Smoky Gochujang Chicken Salad is a flavorful way to use leftover poultry. Choe’s recipes combine Korean and American flavors in a unique way, perfect for a Thanksgiving meal that reflects her family’s heritage and culinary traditions. These banchan dishes offer a creative and delicious twist on the traditional Thanksgiving menu.

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