Tongyeong Travel: Discovering 10 Remarkable Specialty Foods
As you venture into the charming city of Tongyeong, prepare to embark on a gastronomic journey like no other, where each bite reveals the essence of this coastal gem through its tantalizing specialty foods. Today we explore the top 10 best foods in Tongyeong below🔽.
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Top 10 Tongyeong’s Specialty Food
① Honggeohoe
Honggeohoe is a popular specialty in Tongyeong, made from fermented skate. The skate is carefully prepared and fermented to enhance its flavor. The fish is sliced thinly and served raw, usually accompanied by spicy seasonings such as gochujang (red pepper paste), sesame oil, garlic, and green onions. The dish has a unique, pungent aroma and a chewy texture.
② Daegu-tang
Daegu-tang, a spicy codfish soup cherished for its rich and hearty flavors, is a comforting choice, particularly during colder months. Fresh codfish is lovingly simmered in a flavorful broth, infused with traditional Korean spices such as gochujang (red pepper paste), garlic, and soy sauce. This delectable soup is further complemented by an assortment of vegetables, including radish, mushrooms, and tofu. With its ability to warm the palate, Daegu-tang has rightfully earned its popularity among diners seeking a satisfying and soul-soothing meal.
③ Jjukkumi Gui
Jjukkumi Gui is a grilled baby octopus dish that tantalizes the taste buds. The baby octopuses marinate in a spicy sauce, typically consisting of gochujang, soy sauce, garlic, and sesame oil.
④ Ggulbbang
Ggulbbang, a small pastry resembling a fish, features a filling of sweet red bean paste, while the pastry dough consists of flour, yeast, sugar, and milk, creating a light and fluffy texture. The red bean paste filling adds a sweet and creamy element, making it a popular snack or dessert option in Tongyeong.
⑤ Eobokjaengban
Eobokjaengban is a mixed platter of raw seafood that highlights the freshest catch from Tongyeong’s waters. The platter typically includes a variety of sashimi-style fish, shellfish, and sea squirts. The chefs beautifully arrange the seafood on a large plate, creating a visually stunning display. They often serve it with a variety of dipping sauces and condiments to enhance the natural flavors of the seafood.
⑥ Gimbap
Gimbap is a classic Korean dish that consists of seaweed-wrapped rice rolls filled with various ingredients. In Tongyeong, gimbap often features locally sourced ingredients such as fresh seafood, vegetables, and pickles. The ingredients are neatly rolled together with rice in a sheet of roasted seaweed. Gimbap is a convenient and flavorful snack that can be enjoyed on the go.
⑦ Ojingeo Sundae
Ojingeo sundae is a unique local specialty that combines two beloved Korean foods: squid and sundae (blood sausage). The chefs clean the squid and stuff it with a mixture of sundae filling, which consists of seasoned pork blood, glass noodles, and various vegetables. They then grill or boil the stuffed squid until it is cooked through, resulting in a dish that combines rich flavors and textures.
⑧ Sannakji
Chefs prepare Sannakji, a unique dish that features live octopus. They skillfully slice the octopus into small pieces and serve them immediately, resulting in squirming morsels with a delightfully chewy texture. Diners often dip the pieces in sesame oil, embracing a thrilling and adventurous culinary experience.
⑨ Dolsot Bibimbap
Dolsot Bibimbap is a popular variation of bibimbap, a Korean mixed rice dish. In Tongyeong, it is often served in a hot stone pot (dolsot), which gives the rice a crispy texture. The dish typically includes a variety of vegetables, meat, and a fried egg on top, all mixed together with savory gochujang sauce.
⑩ Tteokgalbi
Cooks make Tteokgalbi by mixing minced beef or pork ribs with rice cake and seasoning the meat with a marinade that includes soy sauce, garlic, sugar, and other seasonings. They shape the mixture into patties or skewer it onto sticks before grilling it to perfection. Tteokgalbi has a savory and slightly sweet taste, with a tender and juicy texture thanks to the rice cake mixed into the meat.
