Across Borders: 5 Dishes That Unite Korean and Indian Flavor

Tastes Like Home: Korean & Indian Food Twin

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Kimchi & Achaar

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Gamja-jeon & Aloo Tikki

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Yakgwa & Imarti

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Hotteok & Puran Poli

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Gangjeong & Chikki

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Food unites Korea and India: same comfort, shared spice, familiar joy—different names, one heart.

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Across Borders: 5 Dishes That Unite Korean and Indian Flavor

Ritwik Bhushan

Tastes Like Home: Korean & Indian Food Twin

Korean and Indian food are like distant cousins—think spicy kimchi and tangy achaar, crispy potato pancakes and aloo tikki, or honey-drenched yakgwa and imarti. Each bite feels familiar, cozy, and made with love, showing that delicious food truly speaks one universal language.

Kimchi & Achaar

Gamja-jeon & Aloo Tikki

Gamja‑jeon and aloo tikki are crispy, golden potato favorites—pan‑fried, comforting, and perfect for snack cravings anytime.

Yakgwa & Imarti

Yakgwa and Imarti are festive twins—deep‑fried, syrup‑soaked, and irresistibly sweet. One brings honey and cinnamon; the other sings with sugary syrup and crisp spiral

Hotteok & Puran Poli

Hotteok and puran poli are sweet festival cousins—one oozes warm brown sugar and nuts, the other melts with jaggery‑lentil goodness. Soft, cozy, and perfect with chai or a winter stroll.

Gangjeong & Chikki

Gangjeong and chikki are crunchy, no‑fuss sweet bites—seeds or nuts bound with syrup for a simple, feel‑good treat.

Food unites Korea and India: same comfort, shared spice, familiar joy—different names, one heart.

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