Introduction
Winter in South Korea means wearing long coats, drinking hot coffees, and eating snacks that’ll keep you warm. You must have also seen delicious hot dishes like fish cakes, ramyun and hotteok which the characters have in K-dramas. In this article, we’re going to list some of the popular Korean snacks that you can try this winter.
Let’s get right into it!
Hotteok (호떡)
Hotteoks are sweet pancakes with fillings of brown sugar, honey, cinnamon, and chopped nuts. They have a crispy texture on the outside and are gooey and warm on the inside. No doubt they are the perfect winter snack you can find at the market!
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Bungeoppang (붕어빵)
Bungeoppang are fish-shaped pastries that are filled with sweet red bean paste. Just like hotteoks, they are warm, soft, and highly addictive.
Hoppang (호빵)
If you’re someone who enjoys eating steamed buns, then you’ll love hoppang. Hoppang are steamed buns that are filled with either sweet red bean paste, veggies, or meat. Just a bite of it will make you feel warm, and are a convenient snack if your stomach is grumbling on the go.
Gyeranppang (계란빵)
Gyeranppang is known as egg bread and is a small loaf of bread with a surprise inside…Can you guess what it is? Yes! A whole egg inside the dough. It’s one of the famous street foods that’s tasty and satisfying.
Gungoguma (군고구마)
I’m sure you’ve seen a scene in a K-drama where the actors enjoy baked sweet potatoes. This warm and delicious street snack is also known as Gungoguma and is often enjoyed on colder days. It’s usually sold by street vendors and is a snack you can’t miss trying.
Odeng (오뎅)
Odengs are fish cake skewers–another K-drama food that you might have come across. They are served in a warm, delicious broth and are yet another popular street food that’ll make you hop in joy.
Jjinppang (찐빵)
Similar to hoppang, jjinppangs are also steamed buns with sweet red bean paste filling. However, jjinppangs are larger and fluffier.
Gyeran Jjim (계란찜)
Egg lovers, this dish will make you feel like you’re on cloud nine! Gyeran Jjim is a steamed egg custard that’s soft and warm. If comfort could be eaten, Gyeran Jjim would be one of those dishes. While it’s often served as a side dish, it can be eaten as a snack too.
Roasted Chestnuts (군밤)
Roasted Chestnuts should definitely be a must-have snack when you’re in Korea. Sold by street vendors, roasted chestnuts are a satisfying and simple treat to put your hunger at bay. They have a natural sweetness to them, and are warm, making them the perfect Korean snacks to enjoy this winter.
Conclusion
South Korea offers a wide range of winter snacks that are sure to warm both body and soul. From the sweet, gooey hotteok to the comforting gyeran jjim, these treats showcase the diversity and richness of Korean street food culture. Whether you're a local or a visitor, trying these snacks is an essential part of experiencing winter in Korea. So bundle up, hit the streets, and enjoy these delicious winter warmers – your taste buds will thank you!
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