How to order Bokkeum (Stir-Fry · 볶음) in Korea
Stir-fried over high heat, most often in gochujang, so the default is red and spicy. Jeyuk-bokkeum is pork, nakji-bokkeum is octopus, ojingeo-bokkeum is squid.
Say it to order
볶음 주세요
Bokkeum juseyo
Quick facts
- 볶음
- bok-kkeum
- 3 of 5
- ₩10,000–18,000
- About 20 min
- Easy
How to eat it
Eat with rice to carry the heat, or wrap it in lettuce like barbecue.
Local tips
- Among the spicier things on a Korean menu — ask for 덜 맵게 (less spicy) if unsure.
Goes with
- Rice
- Soju
Where to try it in Seoul
Questions
- How do you order Bokkeum (Stir-Fry) in Korean?
- Say “볶음 주세요” (Bokkeum juseyo).
- Is Bokkeum (Stir-Fry) spicy?
- Yes — about 3 out of 5 on the spice scale.
- How much does Bokkeum (Stir-Fry) cost in Korea?
- Usually ₩10,000–18,000.
- How do you eat Bokkeum (Stir-Fry)?
- Eat with rice to carry the heat, or wrap it in lettuce like barbecue.
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