Cheese Sticks & Balls (치즈스틱): what it is and how to order it in Korea
Mozzarella-style cheese sticks and bite-sized cheese balls, fried until golden and stretchy inside. They are a popular snack at Korean chicken spots, bunsik shops and convenience stores, and kids and adults both love them.
Say it to order
치즈스틱 주세요
Chijeu-seutik juseyo
Quick facts
How to eat it
Pull the cheese apart gently while it is hot, and dip it in ketchup or sweet chili sauce. Let it cool for a moment first, because the inside stays very hot.
Do
- Share the plate with your companions and use a toothpick or fork to pick up pieces.
- Use a napkin, since the cheese can get greasy.
Don’t
- Don't bite straight into a piece right after frying, as the cheese is extremely hot.
Local tips
- Ask for a mix of sticks and balls if you want to try both shapes in one order.
- Many chicken and bunsik places serve them as a side, so check the snack section of the menu.
Goes with
- Ketchup
- Sweet chili sauce
- Pickled radish
- Fried chicken
- Beer
- Tteokbokki
Where to try it in Seoul
Questions
- How do you order Cheese Sticks & Balls in Korean?
- Say “치즈스틱 주세요” (Chijeu-seutik juseyo).
- Is Cheese Sticks & Balls spicy?
- No. Cheese Sticks & Balls isn’t spicy.
- How much does Cheese Sticks & Balls cost in Korea?
- Usually ₩4,000–10,000.
- How do you eat Cheese Sticks & Balls?
- Pull the cheese apart gently while it is hot, and dip it in ketchup or sweet chili sauce. Let it cool for a moment first, because the inside stays very hot.
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