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Monday, August 1, 2016
The Chosun e-newsletter Archive Volume 7 #8 August, 2016
Thursday, July 7, 2016
"Mrs. Pyke Eats Korea" Ginseng Chicken
"Mrs. Pyke Eats Korea" can be seen every month
in the Chosun Taekwondo Academy newsletter
This column is from the July, 2016 newsletter
During the hot summer months of July and August Koreans fight fire with fire! You would think you would eat Ginseng Chicken (Samgyetang) on a cold wintry night, but not in Korea! Ginseng Chicken is served at the height of summer. Long lines are seen outside the Ginseng Chicken restaurants as patrons wait to sweat away the heat of the summer. The idea behind this is if you sweat bullets as you eat this amazing meal you will cool down. This is
considered a very therapeutic experience.
A beautiful Cornish hen is stuffed with short grain rice, garlic, jube-jube (date), ginseng root and lowered into a pot of boiling water. This simmers away for about an hour. Each are served a stone pot with your own chicken. Break open the super tender chicken to reveal the sticky rice, garlic, jube-jube and ginseng root. The chicken and broth is seasoned at the table with salt and pepper. The broth is heavenly. Eating the now tender ginseng root revitalizes your entire being. On our last trip in 2014 the game was to see who could empty their stone pot completely. Cheers would abound as each person displayed their empty bowl!
This meal is easily enjoyed by Americans because it is quite mild compared to some of the more exotic flavors we experience in Korea. I have made this at home and was thrilled with the results. As my chicken simmered I added sliced ginger to the broth to kick up the flavor. So easy and super yummy!
Not all soups are served hot during the summer in Korea. Mul-naengmyeon is a soup that is served icy cold. We experienced a bowl of this at lunch with Master Ahn. A sweet and tangy icy broth served with chewy buckwheat noodles, radish and beef brisket. It was so unusual! I thought I was drinking a salad!
Please consider experiencing these amazing soups with us on our tour in 2016. An adventure awaits your palate and your Taekwondo practice.
Haengbog meogneum !
Happy Eating!
Mrs. Pyke
in the Chosun Taekwondo Academy newsletter
This column is from the July, 2016 newsletter
A beautiful Cornish hen is stuffed with short grain rice, garlic, jube-jube (date), ginseng root and lowered into a pot of boiling water. This simmers away for about an hour. Each are served a stone pot with your own chicken. Break open the super tender chicken to reveal the sticky rice, garlic, jube-jube and ginseng root. The chicken and broth is seasoned at the table with salt and pepper. The broth is heavenly. Eating the now tender ginseng root revitalizes your entire being. On our last trip in 2014 the game was to see who could empty their stone pot completely. Cheers would abound as each person displayed their empty bowl!
This meal is easily enjoyed by Americans because it is quite mild compared to some of the more exotic flavors we experience in Korea. I have made this at home and was thrilled with the results. As my chicken simmered I added sliced ginger to the broth to kick up the flavor. So easy and super yummy!
Not all soups are served hot during the summer in Korea. Mul-naengmyeon is a soup that is served icy cold. We experienced a bowl of this at lunch with Master Ahn. A sweet and tangy icy broth served with chewy buckwheat noodles, radish and beef brisket. It was so unusual! I thought I was drinking a salad!
Please consider experiencing these amazing soups with us on our tour in 2016. An adventure awaits your palate and your Taekwondo practice.
Haengbog meogneum !
Happy Eating!
Mrs. Pyke
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The Chosun e-newsletter Archive Volume 7 #7 July, 2016
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Thursday, June 23, 2016
Why I Choose to Study in the Martial Arts (Tae Kwon Do is not only for Kids)
White Belt Essay by Cherie Durgin
When I am asked a question regarding the
reason I chose a certain decision or direction for my children, the answer is typically
not difficult to answer. I simply state
what was on my mind at that time and how it would benefit my child. However, the question regarding why I chose
Martial Arts for myself is not as easy an answer as I had anticipated. People have asked me why I decided to join,
and my answer was never clear. My
initial response has been along the lines of, "I am not really sure. I guess it was to join my children in this
challenge." I was not really sure
how to express the exact reason I chose to study the
Martial Arts for myself
that does not include the unoriginal answer of it "providing a mental and
physical challenge." It just felt
right at the time. This uncertainty bothered
me. Staring at a blank page without thoughts overflowing was unexpected. However, the more I thought about it, the more I realized why. As parents, our children come first.
When I am asked a question regarding the
reason I chose a certain decision or direction for my children, the answer is typically
not difficult to answer. I simply state
what was on my mind at that time and how it would benefit my child. However, the question regarding why I chose
Martial Arts for myself is not as easy an answer as I had anticipated. People have asked me why I decided to join,
and my answer was never clear. My
initial response has been along the lines of, "I am not really sure. I guess it was to join my children in this
challenge." I was not really sure
how to express the exact reason I chose to study the me. Staring at a blank page without thoughts overflowing was unexpected. However, the more I thought about it, the more I realized why. As parents, our children come first.
The choice to put my children into
Martial Arts was easy. I realized the
benefits it would provide them. As years
went on, I have seen individual growth in different ways. Each child has strengths that are being
enhanced and weaknesses that are being challenged. The benefits I predicted that Tae Kwon Do
would offer them have become a reality, plus more. They continue to grow each time they attend
class. Every class I was able to watch, I was
intrigued with what they were learning. I was disappointed when I was unable to stay
as I needed to be somewhere else. Little
did I know that this was a growing urge of wanting to participate in something
that I simply thought was an enjoyment in observing.
After some time, it dawned on me that
the benefits my children were gaining out of Tae Kwon Do were things that I
realized I could use in my life, as well.
The meditation helps them remain still and focused for a period of time,
reflecting only on the present and mentally preparing for what was ahead of
them in that hour. The physical
movements of stretching and forms help their balance, coordination, mental
processing, and concentration. The self
defense skills benefit them to become more agile and aware of the unexpected
challenges (physical or mental), they will face as they grow. Their spirit, perseverance and confidence
only increase as they work toward their next belt. The appreciation of the Korean culture and
history is naturally something that I feel my children need. The vocabulary and lessons learned in class
help them to recognize and appreciate the Korean culture which, of course, is
already part of their identity. It is
difficult to pinpoint each and every reason why Tae Kwon Do is such a
beneficial practice as the list is endless.
It improves the whole body and mind.
I enjoyed watching my children receive these benefits through Tae Kwon
Do, and I finally realized something that surprised me: It was my turn.
As most parents would agree, our
children are our priority. They come
first in every important decision we make.
It does not come natural for us to think about ourselves or especially to
take time to ponder what benefits us in our decisions. It is not natural for us to dissect the
reason of why we choose to make a commitment, if we even make them at all. Joining Tae Kwon Do looked like a quick, "on
the whim" decision. Friends were
surprised when I joined as was my husband.
In actuality, the desire was always there but the justification to do it
was not. I realize now, and especially after attending a
number of classes, that joining Tae Kwon Do is a life changing decision. It is absolutely something I enjoy sharing
with my children. But, most importantly,
it was a personal decision to commit to something that would ultimately
benefit, challenge, change, and improve...ME.
It is my turn.
Thursday, June 2, 2016
"Mrs. Pyke Eats Korea" Gamja Saelleodeu
"Mrs. Pyke Eats Korea" can be seen every month
in the Chosun Taekwondo Academy newsletter
This column is from the June, 2016 newsletter
Enjoy and have a fabulous summer. And remember don’t be afraid to try new taste sensations!!
Haeng bog meogneum !!
Pamela Pyke
in the Chosun Taekwondo Academy newsletter
This column is from the June, 2016 newsletter
Here’s a fun Korean dish that would go well with any cookout
this summer. So in honor of Memorial Day Weekend here is a recipe for Gamja
Saelleodeu, Korean potato salad.
I first tasted this dish at a fabulous lunch we had after
training with Grand Master Lee. We entered a beautiful post and beam farmhouse
style restaurant and were seated on the floor in the traditional style of
dining. The table was filled with a plethora of Banchan, the small side dishes
that accompany any Korean meal. One of the dishes was Potato Salad. I thought
it seemed odd… potato salad is so American. Well I was in for a surprise!! The
Gamja Saelleodeo was so icy cold and soft. The potatoes were more mashed than
chunky and the dressing was super sweet due to the fact that some sugar and
apple are added. A great compliment to the highly spicy and fermented Banchans
on the table. Everyone at our end of the table gobbled it right up! I recall we
asked if there was any more potato salad at the other end of the table and if
there was to please pass it down!!
Gamja Saelleodeu is served at every Korean restaurant here
in the states. So don’t hesitate when you see it!
Here is a recipe from my new favorite Korean cookbook,
KOREATOWN for Gamja Saelleodeu.
2 eggs
2 large russets, peeled and halved
1 teaspoon sugar
2 teaspoons kosher salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 apple (Fugi or Gala)
½ cup drained canned corn
1 medium carrot, cut small dice
¾ cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoon Biofeel or Yakuitt yogurt drink(optional)
1. Bring a small pot of water to a boil. Add eggs
and boil for 12 minutes. Run them under cold water to cool, and then peel.
Separate the whites from the yolk and small dice the whites. Crumble the egg
yolks and reserve them for garnish.
2.
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a
boil. Boil the potatoes for 15-20 minutes till fork tender.
3.
While still warm, mash the potatoes with a fork,
leaving a few larger chunks for texture.
Place the potatoes in a bowl and mix in the sugar, salt and pepper. Set
aside to cool.
4.
Core and cut the apple into small dice. To the
bowl with the smashed potatoes add the egg whites, corn, carrot, mayonnaise and
the yogurt drink and mix well. Add more salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with
the crumbled egg yolks.
Enjoy and have a fabulous summer. And remember don’t be afraid to try new taste sensations!!
Haeng bog meogneum !!
Pamela Pyke
The Chosun e-newsletter Archive Volume 7 #6 June, 2016
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Wednesday, May 4, 2016
"Mrs. Pyke Eats Korea" Japgokbap
"Mrs. Pyke Eats Korea" can be seen every month
in the Chosun Taekwondo Academy newsletter
This column is from the May, 2016 newsletter
Tucked away in the quiet town of
Salisbury Mills New York is the Korean Buddhist Wonkaksa Temple. This is where we had an amazing seminar with
Grand Master Chun some years back. I was
a red belt at the time.
At this seminar Grand Master Chun revealed to us Kibon
Five. It was an exciting day. There was a wonderful traditional lunch
served after the seminar and after every Sunday Dharma service prepared by the
women of the Sangha (community). This is where I experienced Japgokbap for the
first time. It is rice, but what kind?
Japgokbap is a beautiful lavender colored rice that tastes divine. It is soft
and sticky with a little sweetness. Perfect wrapped in Gim ( toasted seasoned
seaweed).
I turned to my You Tube friend Maangchi to find out what it
is. She explained that it is a
combination of short grain rice, barley, sweet brown rice and black sweet
rice.
After measuring out the ingredients you need to let the
mixture soak in water for two hours.
This is a crucial step so you must plan ahead or it wont cook
properly. After soaking set the pot to
medium heat and cook for ten minutes. Then you stir, cover and cook for twelve
additional minutes. Fluff the rice with a rice paddle and serve immediately.
The color is a perfect lavender. The color will deepen to
purple when you add more sweet black rice. It is up to you to determine how
dramatic you want the Japgokbap to be. Traditionally it is always served with
seasoned seaweed (Gim).
This goes very well with Sundub-jjigae, a spicy soft tofu
stew.
I highly recommend a trip to Korean Buddhist Wonkaksa
Temple. You can go to the Sunday service
at 11:30 am and then enjoy a fabulous Korean lunch afterward. The grounds are beautiful and you can admire
the giant Bronze Buddha’s. The new Temple is still under construction.
Wonkaksa Temple
260 Clove Rd.
Salisbury Mills, NY. 12577
Sunday service 11:30 am all are welcome.
Haengbog Meogneum,
Pamela Pyke
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