Traditional Korean cuisine is based on rise and noodles accompanied by vegetables and meat. Soya and soya sauce, as well as pickled cucumbers and sauerkraut, are also quite important. Marinated products, such as beef and shrimps, as well as fermented seafood, are very popular. Korean dishes can be very spicy, as the cooks use a lot of chili peppers and garlic. Dishes are served is small white bowls and salad bowls. Rise is the basis of the dish, whereas in the surrounding vessels we will find side dishes in the form of stews or vegetable mixtures.