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Dalgona

달고나
Romanization: Dalgona

Dalgona is a hard candy made by melting sugar and adding baking soda. It has a crunchy texture and a sweet, toasted caramel flavor. Break it into small pieces to eat.

Spiciness
○○○ Not spicy
Main ingredients
설탕베이킹소다
May contain (allergens)
None commonly listed
How to eat it
Crush by hand or scoop with a spoon. Strong sweetness pairs well with fruit or tea.
How it differs from Honey Rice Cake (꿀호떡)
Unlike *Honey Rice Cake*, which is baked with honey in the dough, this is a hard candy made by melting sugar.
Regional differences
Nationwide popularity, but especially favored in Seoul and Gyeonggi-do.
How to order

달고나 하나 주세요.

One Dalgona, 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.

Reference: Wikipedia (Korean)

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이 메뉴에 땅콩 들어가요?

Does this dish contain Peanut?

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