Tasting delicious food is a must when you are in Korea. There are many unique, tasty, and inexpensive dishes in this country that you will love. Be sure to remember the following dishes before traveling to Korea!
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Tteokbokki
Since its introduction in the 1950s, tteokbokki has become one of the most popular street food in Korea. This is a delicious appetizer made of soft rice sticks and boiled eggs in a spicy gochujang (chili) sauce.
Kimbap
Kimbap is a famous Korean dish and an ideal takeaway meal choice. It is made with rice and other ingredients wrapped in dried seaweed sheets. Kimbap is extremely easy to eat on the go and is the perfect picnic ingredient!
Soondae
Korean soondae is a unique blood sausage dish made by boiling or steaming in beef or pork intestines. The filling is usually made from minced meat, rice, and vegetables. Soondae can be found easily from street vendors and is a great candidate for your tasting if you want to try something new.
Jajangmyeon
Jajangmyeon is a Korean dish that is a definite favorite among Korea’s fast and inexpensive cuisine. This is a noodle dish. It consists of black sauce, meat, and vegetables.
Naengmyeon
Originally introduced to North Korea, naengmyeon has now become popular with locals looking to cool off in hot weather. Naengmyeon is a long thin noodle dish.
Kalguksu
Another noodle dish that you should try in Korea is kalguksu. The combination of warm broth and wheat noodles is perfect for lunch or dinner. If you love eating noodles, be sure to try kalguksu!
Samgyetang
Samgyetang is a chicken ginseng soup consisting of whole young chicken filled with garlic, rice, jelly, and ginseng, all very healthy ingredients. This warm soup is popular on hot summer days and is believed to improve your health.
Kalbi
If you love Korean BBQ, then you should definitely try kalbi! Kalbi – Korean beef with short ribs marinated in sweet and savory sauces of soy sauce, garlic, sugar, and other ingredients.
Bibimbap
If you’re looking for a healthier tasting option then try bibimbap! Bibimbap consists of rice mixed with namul (seasoned vegetables) and chopped meat, topped with a fried egg and some kochudian (chili paste). Although this dish is hearty, it is also dietary.
Hotteok
Hotteok is a popular Korean street food that’s perfect for sweet lovers! These warm, sweet pancakes are filled with sugar, cinnamon, and nuts. Make sure you taste them hot straight out of the pan to indulge in a slightly crispy pancake and warm filling.
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