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Do You Know the Water Deer of Korea?

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AI-generated image depicting a Korean water deer, a wild animal native to Korea, in a natural Korean woodland setting. A Unique Mammal in the Deer Family Hello, dear readers! It has been a while since my last post. Today, I would like to introduce you to an animal that is very common in Korea but surprisingly rare from a global perspective: the Korean water deer. 1. What Kind of Animal Is the Water Deer? When talking about the mountains, fields, and natural landscapes of Korea, one wild animal that cannot be left out is the water deer. The water deer is a mammal belonging to the deer family, and its scientific name is Hydropotes inermis. It is commonly known in English as the Water Deer . The water deer is a very familiar animal in Korea. It is often found in agricultural fields, along streams, and in areas where mountains and open fields meet. Occasionally, it can even be seen in green spaces around cities. But there is an interesting fact about this animal. Although water deer are co...

Bossam: A Warm Korean Pork Dish Born from Kimchi

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  Korean Traditional Dish – A Plate of Tenderly Boiled and Sliced Pork Bossam Bossam is one of Korea’s most beloved traditional dishes, enjoyed with kimchi. The glistening slices of boiled pork, lightly topped with roasted sesame seeds, offer a mild yet comforting flavor that reflects the warmth of Korean home cooking. Korean Traditional Dish Bossam: A Signature Pork Wrap Born from Kimchi Introduction: A Signature of Korea’s “Wrapping Culture” — and the Story Behind Its Name Dear readers, Hello! Today, I would like to introduce one of Korea’s most beloved traditional dishes — Bossam . Let’s dive right in. Every Korean dish carries not only flavor but also a story and cultural meaning. Among them, Bossam (보쌈) stands out as a representative dish that harmoniously combines warm boiled pork, crisp vegetables, and flavorful kimchi. But here’s an interesting fact: Although most people today think of Bossam as a boiled pork dish , the word “Bossam” originally referred to a type of k...