Yaksik
Yaksik, also known as sweet rice cake, is a traditional Korean dish often enjoyed during festivals and New Year’s. It is made from glutinous rice mixed with honey, chestnuts, pine nuts, jujubes and sesame oil, creating a sweet and attractive flavor. Yaksik is not only delicious but also nutritious, containing many vitamins and minerals from natural ingredients. For those who love traditional Korean cuisine, yaksik is a dish not to be missed.
Bingsu
Bingsu is a popular Korean dessert made from shaved ice topped with fresh fruits, red beans, and condensed milk. Bingsu comes in many different variations, from green tea bingsu, strawberry bingsu to chocolate bingsu. This dish is very popular in the summer, helping to cool down effectively. The sweet and cool taste of bingsu will bring a refreshing and refreshing feeling to anyone who enjoys it.
Sujeonggwa
Sujeonggwa is a traditional Korean drink made from dried persimmons, cinnamon, and ginger. It has a slightly sweet flavor, a bit spicy from ginger, and a distinctive aroma of cinnamon. It is often enjoyed during holidays and winter to keep the body warm. Sujeonggwa is not only delicious, but also has health benefits, aiding digestion and boosting immunity.
Sausage
Chapssaltteok, or sticky rice cake, is a traditional Korean cake made from glutinous rice and sweet red bean paste. The cake has a soft, chewy outer shell and a sweet, delicious filling. Chapssaltteok is often eaten during festivals, New Year’s Day, and birthdays to bring good luck and happiness. With its distinctive flavor and unique preparation, chapssaltteok is an interesting dish that you should try when visiting Korea.
Hotteok
Hotteok is a sweet pancake, popular on the streets of Korea. It is made from flour, yeast and water, and is filled with sugar, nuts and cinnamon. When fried, hotteok has a crispy outer layer and a sweet, warm filling inside. This dish is often enjoyed in the winter, bringing a feeling of warmth and comfort. Hotteok is a street food that cannot be missed when you come to Korea.
These are some of the lesser-known but worth-trying dishes when you visit Korea. From traditional yaksik, cold bingsu, delicious sujeonggwa, soft chapssaltteok to crispy hotteok, each dish offers a unique and interesting culinary experience. Take the time to explore and enjoy these dishes to fully experience the unique flavors of Korean cuisine.
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