Dakgaejang
닭개장
Romanization: Dakgaejang
Dakgaejang is a spicy stew made with chicken simmered in a thick gochujang-based sauce. It is cooked in a hot stone pot until the sauce reduces and caramelizes on the chicken. The dish is served bubbling hot, often with vegetables like onions and mushrooms.
- Spiciness
- ●●● Very spicy
- Main ingredients
- May contain (allergens)
- How to eat it
- Drink the broth, then wrap the chicken and vegetables with rice, or eat with the provided side dishes.
- How it differs from Yukgaejang (육개장)
- Yukgaejang is a very spicy and rich soup made with pork or beef and gochujang, while Dakgaejang is a relatively less spicy and clear soup made only with chicken bones and vegetables.
- Regional differences
- Mainly eaten in Jeolla-do and Gyeongsang-do, and the amount of chili and strength of flavor vary slightly by region.
How to order
닭개장 하나 주세요.
One Dakgaejang, please.
⚠️ Allergen information is for reference only, based on typical recipes. Ingredients and spiciness differ by restaurant, so always confirm with the staff.
알레르기 정보는 일반적인 조리법 기준 참고용입니다. 식당마다 재료와 맵기가 다르니 반드시 직원에게 확인하세요.
알레르기 정보는 일반적인 조리법 기준 참고용입니다. 식당마다 재료와 맵기가 다르니 반드시 직원에게 확인하세요.
Reference: Wikipedia (Korean)
Ask the staff (show this)
이 메뉴에 대두(콩) 들어가요?
Does this dish contain Soy?
덜 맵게 해 주세요.
Please make it less spicy.