{"product_id":"trader-joes-korean-bugak-sticky-rice-and-seaweed-crisps-50g","title":"Trader Joe's Korean Bugak Sticky Rice and Seaweed Crisps, 50g","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eLike many traditional dishes from the Korean culinary oeuvre, bugak (a savoury treat made with dried seaweed or various veggies coated with glutinous rice, then deep-fried) originated as a form of temple cuisine. Typically served as a kind of banchan, or appetizer, bugak was likely invented by vegeterian Buddhist monks as a way to extend the shelf life of fresh seaweed and vegetables long into the winter months. Centuries later, this tasty snack has become a pillar of Korean cuisine, enjoyed across the world—and it’s a snack you can now add to your TJ’s shopping list, in the form of TJ’s Korean Bugak Sticky Rice and Seaweed Crisps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThey’re made for TJ's by a supplier in the Republic of Korea, who dries discs of combined Seaweed and Sticky Rice for a whopping fifteen hours to ensure a light and well-puffed consistency once cooked. Then, they fry them to a satisfyingly crisp texture, before seasoning them with sesame seeds, sugar, sea salt, onion powder, and kelp powder. It all results in an alluringly umami-rich and crunchy eating experience that still makes a great bit of banchan for a bowl of Organic Silken Tofu soup, a fantastic base for a spicy tuna or salmon hors d’oeuvre, as well as an excellent anytime snack.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vancou-Vert Trading Ltd.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51901999022397,"sku":null,"price":9.89,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0899\/0074\/5021\/files\/kroea.webp?v=1782929327","url":"https:\/\/vancou-vert.ca\/products\/trader-joes-korean-bugak-sticky-rice-and-seaweed-crisps-50g","provider":"Vancou-Vert Trading Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}