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Korea:  Location and People South Korea, located in East Asia, occupies the southern part of the Korean Peninsula. It shares a border with North Korea to the north, and is surrounded by the Yellow Sea to the west and the Sea of Japan to the east. The capital and largest city is Seoul. The countryContinue reading “Pulses in South Korean Cuisine”

North Korea:  Location and People North Korea, Officially the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) is and East Asian Country in the northern half of the Korea Peninsular.  Its capital is Pyonyany. It shares a border with South Korea to the South, China and Russia to the north and faces the Korean Bay to theContinue reading “Pulses in North Korean Cuisine”

Mongolia: Location and People Mongolia, nestled between Russia’s Siberia (north) and China (south), is a land of vast steppes, semideserts, and deserts, framed by majestic mountains in the west and north. Ulaanbaatar is its capital. For thousands of years, nomadic people have called this rugged landscape home — once united under the Mongol Empire, theContinue reading “Pulses in Mongolian Cuisine”

Macau: Location and People Macau or Macao, a Special Administrative Region of China, is situated on the southern coast of China, overlooking the South China Sea. It was a Portuguese territory until 1999, leaving a lasting cultural impact. Today, Macau has a unique blend of Chinese and Portuguese influences. Macau is in the South ChinaContinue reading “Pulses in Macanese Cuisine”

Japan: Location and People Japan is an island nation in East Asia, nestled off the northeastern coast of the Asian mainland in the Pacific Ocean. Its terrain is characterized by mountains and dense forests, with Tokyo as its capital city. Bounded by the Sea of Japan (west), East China Sea (south), and Sea of OkhotskContinue reading “Pulses in Japanese Cuisine”

Hong Kong: Location and People Hong Kong, a Special Administrative Region of China (SAR), is situated on the southern coast of China, overlooking the South China Sea. Hong Kong city dazzles with its fusion of East meets West, where modern skyscrapers and bustling streets blend seamlessly with traditional heritage and serene temples. From urban adrenalineContinue reading “Pulses in Hong Kong Cuisine”

China: Location and People China, a vast and ancient civilization in East Asia, boasts a rich history and diverse landscapes. With Beijing as its capital.  China shares borders with 14 countries and is bounded by the East China Sea, Korea Bay, Yellow Sea, and South China Sea to the east. Its terrain ranges from majesticContinue reading “Pulses in Chinese Cuisine”

Welcome back to our pulse journey! After exploring the vibrant pulse traditions of Southeast Asia, we’re now venturing into East Asia to discover the unique flavors and customs that make this region a culinary gem. East Asia: Location and Food Habits East Asia is an area defined by both its geographic location and the sharedContinue reading “Pulses in East Asian Cuisines”

Mung plants have a fascinating progression of leaves, featuring three distinct types: the initial seed leaves, followed by the true leaves, and ultimately, the characteristic trifoliate compound leaves. Each type plays a vital role in the plant’s growth and development. Seed Leaves (Cotyledons) Mung beans exhibit epigeal germination, where the cotyledons (seed leaves) emerge above theContinue reading “Mung Bean Leaves: Structure and Growth”

After a mung flower is pollinated and fertilized, its ovary develops into a mung pod. The flower often remains attached to the developing pod for a while before eventually dropping off, leaving the young pod to mature. The pod develops into a long, protective structure that encases and nurtures the growing seeds. Tender pods areContinue reading “From Petals to Pods: The Transformation Begins”