Dakbokkeumtang Cooking Techniques

Paik Jong Won demonstrates how to make dakbokkeumtang, a spicy braised chicken dish. The video covers the ingredients needed, preparation steps, and cooking process. Key tips include cleaning the chicken thoroughly, blanching it to remove odors, and the order of adding ingredients for optimal flavor. The video also provides serving suggestions and variations for different tastes.

What is the main dish being prepared in the video?

• Bibimbap

• Dakbokkeumtang

• Kimchi

• Bulgogi

What is the recommended weight of the chicken for dakbokkeumtang?

• 500g

• 1kg

• 2kg

• 1.5kg

Why is sugar added first when cooking dakbokkeumtang?

• To ensure the sweetness is absorbed by the ingredients

• To caramelize the chicken

• To thicken the sauce

• To add color to the dish

What is the purpose of blanching the chicken before cooking?

• To make the chicken tender

• To add flavor to the chicken

• To remove the rancid smell and impurities

• To cook the chicken completely

How should potatoes be cut for dakbokkeumtang?

• Into thin slices

• Into small pieces

• Left whole

• Into big sizes

What is the recommended way to cut shiitake mushrooms for this dish?

• Into sixths

• Into quarters

• Into halves

• Left whole

When should the red pepper powder be added during the cooking process?

• At the end

• After adding the soy sauce

• After adding the potatoes and onions

• At the beginning

What should be added to the dish to give it a tangy spiciness?

• Ginger

• Cheongyang pepper or green pepper

• Garlic

• Brown sugar

What is the final step before serving dakbokkeumtang?

• Adding green onions and peppers

• Adding more water

• Adding more soy sauce

• Turning off the heat

What is a suggested alternative if you want to make a non-spicy version of dakbokkeumtang for kids?

• Use only soy sauce and add more garlic

• Add more sugar

• Use sweet potatoes instead of plain potatoes

• Use more red pepper powder