Hey r/Cooking and r/Food!

For this Christmas Eve, my wife and I decided to create a cozy and delicious dinner at home. We aimed for a menu with a blend of Japanese and Korean flavors, using what we had on hand. Here's what we came up with:

Starter: Warm Chestnut Cream Cheese Tofu w/ Sesame Powder

• A simple yet comforting start featuring soft tofu, sweet chestnut, and creamy cheese. The sesame powder adds a nice nutty touch!

Appetizer: Spicy Dried Squid & Radish Salad & Fig Jam Cheese Crackers

• A flavorful appetizer with spicy & tangy dried squid radish salad paired with sweet fig jam cheese crackers. The contrast of flavors was awesome!

Soup: Anchovy Broth Kimchi Egg Soup w/ Scallions

• A warm and comforting soup with a spicy kick! The kimchi and egg in a delicious anchovy broth are perfect for a chilly evening.

Grill: Grilled Beef Brisket & Mushrooms w/ Ssamjang & Garlic

• Hearty and savory grilled beef brisket and mushrooms served with ssamjang & garlic. Simple yet satisfying!

Main: Tuna Can Kimchi Fried Rice w/ Seaweed Flakes

• A quick and easy main dish. Tuna can kimchi fried rice topped with seaweed flakes. Full of flavor and super comforting!

**Dessert: Starbucks cake

This menu was designed to be both delicious and easy to make at home. We used mostly pantry staples with a few fresh ingredients. It was a perfect cozy meal for a special Christmas Eve. Let me know what you think!

Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas!

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