The most beloved snacks, Bunsik
If you're heading to Korea, prepare your taste buds for the delightful world of bunsik – the ultimate comfort food that's as affordable as it is delicious. Bunsik, which translates to "flour-based food," encompasses a variety of dishes that are staples in the Korean snacking scene. Here's a friendly guide to some of the must-try bunsik that you'll find at traditional markets, street stalls, and buzzing tourist spots.
1. Tteokbokki (떡볶이)
You'll find these chewy rice cakes smothered in a sweet and spicy red pepper sauce at many street vendors. They're often jazzed up with fish cake and veggies, and sometimes even black bean sauce or garlic for an extra flavor punch.
2. Eomuk (어묵 or 오뎅)
A beloved winter treat, eomuk consists of fish meat fashioned into cakes and simmered in a radish and green onion broth. It's commonly served on a skewer for easy snacking.
3. Hoppang (호빵)
A warm, steamed bun with a variety of fillings from sweet red bean to savory pizza toppings, hoppang is the perfect handheld warmer for those chilly days.
4. Buchimgae and Jeon(부친개, 전)
These are the Korean versions of pancakes, but not the kind you'd have for breakfast. Packed with meat, seafood, veggies, and eggs in a flour batter, they're fried to golden perfection. You might try the pajeon, loaded with green onions, or a kimchi jeon for a spicy kick. Pair it with makgeolli, a traditional rice wine, on a rainy day for a true local experience.
5. Sundae(순대)
Not to be confused with the dessert, this is a savory sausage made with pig intestines and stuffed with a hearty mix of tofu, veggies, and noodles. Dip it in seasoned salt or a spicy ssamjang paste for an authentic taste.
6. Twigim(튀김)
Korea's version of tempura, twigim includes an assortment of deep-fried delights like squid, dumplings, and vegetables. Don't forget to dip them in soy sauce or tteokbokki sauce for an extra zing.
7. Gimbap (김밥)
Think of gimbap as Korea's answer to sushi rolls, but with a twist. It's a roll of vinegary rice wrapped in seaweed, with a colorful filling of egg, fish cake, carrot, spinach, and pickled radish. Gimbap is incredibly versatile and the perfect snack for on-the-go explorers.
Ready to dive into the flavors of Korea? Don't be shy to try these local favorites – they're a delicious window into Korean culture and a must for any food-loving traveler!
Are you ready to dive into the Korean street dessert experience? Koreabylocal hosts await you. Join the 7-Street Dessert Walking Tour every Friday night!
7-Street Dessert Walking Tour every Friday night!
Join ⬇
https://koreabylocal.com/all/?idx=55
The most beloved snacks, Bunsik
If you're heading to Korea, prepare your taste buds for the delightful world of bunsik – the ultimate comfort food that's as affordable as it is delicious. Bunsik, which translates to "flour-based food," encompasses a variety of dishes that are staples in the Korean snacking scene. Here's a friendly guide to some of the must-try bunsik that you'll find at traditional markets, street stalls, and buzzing tourist spots.
1. Tteokbokki (떡볶이)
You'll find these chewy rice cakes smothered in a sweet and spicy red pepper sauce at many street vendors. They're often jazzed up with fish cake and veggies, and sometimes even black bean sauce or garlic for an extra flavor punch.
2. Eomuk (어묵 or 오뎅)
A beloved winter treat, eomuk consists of fish meat fashioned into cakes and simmered in a radish and green onion broth. It's commonly served on a skewer for easy snacking.
3. Hoppang (호빵)
A warm, steamed bun with a variety of fillings from sweet red bean to savory pizza toppings, hoppang is the perfect handheld warmer for those chilly days.
4. Buchimgae and Jeon(부친개, 전)
These are the Korean versions of pancakes, but not the kind you'd have for breakfast. Packed with meat, seafood, veggies, and eggs in a flour batter, they're fried to golden perfection. You might try the pajeon, loaded with green onions, or a kimchi jeon for a spicy kick. Pair it with makgeolli, a traditional rice wine, on a rainy day for a true local experience.
5. Sundae(순대)
Not to be confused with the dessert, this is a savory sausage made with pig intestines and stuffed with a hearty mix of tofu, veggies, and noodles. Dip it in seasoned salt or a spicy ssamjang paste for an authentic taste.
6. Twigim(튀김)
Korea's version of tempura, twigim includes an assortment of deep-fried delights like squid, dumplings, and vegetables. Don't forget to dip them in soy sauce or tteokbokki sauce for an extra zing.
7. Gimbap (김밥)
Think of gimbap as Korea's answer to sushi rolls, but with a twist. It's a roll of vinegary rice wrapped in seaweed, with a colorful filling of egg, fish cake, carrot, spinach, and pickled radish. Gimbap is incredibly versatile and the perfect snack for on-the-go explorers.
Ready to dive into the flavors of Korea? Don't be shy to try these local favorites – they're a delicious window into Korean culture and a must for any food-loving traveler!
Are you ready to dive into the Korean street dessert experience? Koreabylocal hosts await you. Join the 7-Street Dessert Walking Tour every Friday night!
7-Street Dessert Walking Tour every Friday night!
Join ⬇
https://koreabylocal.com/all/?idx=55