Dex Shares Jjimdak Recipe and Cuddly Selfie with Ma Dong-seok
Leave it to Dex to serve up hearty comfort food and heartwarming vibes just when we need it most. As summer winds down, the beloved content creator and ‘windbreaker boyfriend’ of Korean variety shows has gifted fans with a double treat: a soul-soothing jjimdak recipe and an ultra-sweet selfie with action star Ma Dong-seok. Yes, this is peak Dex content.
Spicing Up the End of Summer with North Korean-Style Jjimdak
On his popular YouTube channel Dex101, Dex unveiled a homemade recipe straight from his comfort food folder: Ibook-sik jjimdak—a North Korean-style braised chicken dish he whipped up post-Boknal, Korea’s dog-day trio of summer heatwave days traditionally associated with health-restoring eats.
The video, titled “Dexchef(?)’s Summer Healing Secret Recipe: North Korean Style Jjimdak,” shows Dex confidently stirring up the dish. “I made this myself and… wow, it’s amazing,” he grins, clearly impressed by his own culinary chops. Cue hunger pangs and viewer curiosity.
Fans flooded the comments, asking for step-by-step breakdowns and sharing their own twists on jjimdak, a dish beloved for its savory soy-based sauce, silky potatoes, glass noodles, and tender chicken—essentially the Korean answer to a cozy Sunday roast.
Dex + Ma Dong-seok = Internet Meltdown
If sizzling jjimdak wasn’t enough, Dex followed the tasty drop-up with possibly the year’s most wholesome celebrity selfie—him leaning sweetly against none other than Ma Dong-seok, aka Don Lee of Train to Busan and Marvel fame.
The caption? “Po-ok… I became a girl.” It’s giving big fanboy energy and it melted hearts across Instagram. With Ma’s massive frame gently hugging Dex like a human teddy bear, fans couldn’t get enough. One commenter quipped, “Dex just unlocked the ultimate Marvel aegyo badge.”
Style Game Strong: Dex’s Fashion Flex
Dex didn’t stop at food and friend goals—he casually slipped in some style inspo too. Recently, the influencer posted snapshots showing off his minimalist streetwear fits: a sleek black Olympic-logo bomber paired with timeless jeans, and a cozy bedroom selfie that had fans double-tapping nonstop.
“He really said ‘soft boyfriend meets hard boilercore,’” joked one fan. Whether it’s cooking, cuddles, or couture, Dex’s appeal lies in effortlessly blending masculine ruggedness with gentle Gen Z vibes.
A Multitasking Star Expanding His Universe
From viral YouTube content to variety show hilarity to top-tier Instagram aesthetics, Dex has carved out a niche as the everyman celebrity—relatable, irreverent, yet quietly aspirational. His rise echoes the evolution of Korean content creators becoming full-fledged media powerhouses.
What’s next for Dex? With a talent for cooking up buzz—both literally and digitally—fans are hoping for more inventive collabs, maybe even a mini-series? Netflix, you watching?
FAQs
Who is Dex?
Dex is a popular South Korean entertainer, YouTuber, and TV personality known for his channel “Dex101” and appearances on reality and variety shows. He’s admired for his humor, relatability, and now—his cooking, too.
What is jjimdak?
Jjimdak is a traditional Korean braised chicken dish simmered in savory soy sauce with vegetables, noodles, and sometimes a spicy kick. Dex’s version is inspired by North Korean flavors, offering a more subtle, hearty twist.
Is Dex close with Ma Dong-seok?
While it’s unclear how close they are personally, Dex recently posted a friendly selfie with actor Ma Dong-seok, and fans loved the unexpected-yet-cute interaction between the two very different stars.
- Dex shares North Korean-style jjimdak recipe on YouTube
- Instagram floods with reactions to cozy selfie with Ma Dong-seok
- Fans love Dex’s streetwear and soft-boy-next-door charm
