Healthy Korean Food Choices

Healthy Korean food choices may not be as easy to find as other cuisines, but that doesn't mean it's impossible to stay on your diet at Korean restaurants.

In fact, Korean food actually uses less oil than Chinese (which means less fat is used) and is often served family style, which means you can eat small amounts of different foods without overdoing your portions! Here are a few diet-friendly Korean food chioces:

• Bulgogi - barbecued beef
• Mandoo guk - beef stew
• Galbi tang - beef rib stew
• Panchan (or, banchan) - assorted, small dishes of food with rice

One drawback of Korean cuisine is that there are few fresh vegetables available, which means you can't rely on consuming them to curb your appetite. It may help to prevent overeating if you consume a small, fiber-rich snack, such as an apple, shortly before you eat your meal.

One very popular Korean dish is called bimibap, which is a sort of a casserole. Unfortunately, casseroles aren't a diet-friendly option in most any cuisine, which means it won't be your top choice if you're seriously cutting calories.

Chapchae, which is somewhat similar to Chinese lo mein, is comprised of stir-fried noodles. It can be enjoyed on a diet in moderation, but ask for very little oil to be used in its preparation, which can save you considerable fat and calories.

If you're new to Korean cuisine, try kimchi, a popular Korean pickled vegetable dish. It is unique and tasty without being too high in calories.

The following resources can help you make healthy choices at other types of ethnic restaurants:

Chinese Restaurants Quick Guide
Mexican Restaurants Quick Guide
Indian Restaurants Quick Guide

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