K-food craze hits Thane: From corn dogs to hot pots

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Corn dog craze

Corn dog. Pic courtesy/@kattyzofficial

If you have also been ambushed by videos of influencers biting into steaming Korean corn dogs with the longest cheese pulls, head over to Kattyz. Serving an assortment of Corn Dogs from Plain Cheese to Chicken Stuffed, seasoned with peri peri and a drizzle of mustard, this menu offers a sneak-peek into the savoury world of South Korean street food.
At Kattyz, Hiranandani Estate, Thane West.
Call 2225316366
Cost Rs 225 onwards

Going mainstream

Ramen

KOGO takes your Korean food cravings seriously by whipping items straight out of a K-culture enthusiast's wishlist. From mains like Bulgogi served with Kimchi and Sticky Rice, Kimchi Bokkeumbap and Shinramen to quick-bites like stuffed Tteok-Bokki and street style Korean Fried Cottage Cheese tossed in Buldak sauce, this place is your go-to for mainstream Korean delights.
At KOGO, Gladys Alvares Road, Vasant Vihar, Thane West.
Call 9833431112
Cost Rs 500 for two

Foreign tongues

Paneer Wonton Balls

You can expect more experimentation but with the familiar Korean relish at K Street Asian Bistro, with items like Gochujang Cream Cheese Bun and Paneer Wonton Balls served with a sweet chilli dip leading the list. We also liked vegetarian picks like Korean Fried Oyster Mushrooms; a crispy delight tossed in hot Korean sauce.
At K Street Asian Bistro, Nath Pai Road, Vasant Vihar, Thane West.
Call 9967148188
Cost Rs 130 (Gochujang Cream Cheese Bun); Rs 285 (Korean Fried Oyster Mushrooms)

Dive into this

Korean Hot Pot. Pic courtesy/@nami.thane

If you are looking for something fresh and aromatic, Nami's seafood laden Haemultang features a clean broth with tiger shrimp, Basa Fish and Squid simmered with a generous medley of veggies like bok choy, Shiitake Mushroom and House Made Noodles, makes for an introduction to traditional Korean hot pot.
At Nami-Tokyo To Seoul On A Plate, Manpada, Thane West.
Call 8779470785
Cost Rs 1699

K-drama's fave food

Tteok-bokki

Tteok-bokki: Chewy and spicy rice cakes, often topped off with melted cheese.
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Kimchi: Fermented cabbage or radish seasoned with spicy gochugaru, served alone or as a side dish.
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Korean corn dog: A deep-fried snack featuring sausage or cheese (or both) battered and rolled in panko breadcrumbs or potato cubes.
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Ramyeon: Korean instant noodles. You will find K-drama characters having these on-the-run or after a long day.
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Jajangmyeon: Noodles smothered in black-bean sauce which makes for a quick and filling meal.
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Gimbap: Meat, vegetables and bap rolled in seaweed. Popularly considered as the Korean counterpart to Sushi.
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