Think you already know Korean side dishes? Think again. Beyond kimchi and the usual favorites, Korean tables are filled with underrated banchan (반찬) that locals eat all the time.

If you’ve ever eaten Korean food, you already know one thing: the side dishes steal the show, known as banchan (반찬)

If you’ve ever traveled by car in South Korea, you already know this secret: rest areas (휴게소) are not just for bathroom breaks, they’re a food destination.