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How to order Danpatjuk (Sweet Red Bean Porridge · 단팥죽) in Korea

Red beans simmered down and sieved smooth, with chewy glutinous rice balls dropped in. The winter order at a traditional tea house.

Say it to order

단팥죽 주세요

Danpatjuk juseyo

Quick facts

In Korean
단팥죽
Say it
dan-pat-juk
Spice
Not spicy
Price
₩7,000–10,000
Time to eat
About 25 min
For first-timers
Easy

How to eat it

A pinch of the salt served alongside sharpens the sweetness. Eat the rice balls early, while they are still springy.

Where to try it in Seoul

Questions

How do you order Danpatjuk (Sweet Red Bean Porridge) in Korean?
Say “단팥죽 주세요” (Danpatjuk juseyo).
Is Danpatjuk (Sweet Red Bean Porridge) spicy?
No. Danpatjuk (Sweet Red Bean Porridge) isn’t spicy.
How much does Danpatjuk (Sweet Red Bean Porridge) cost in Korea?
Usually ₩7,000–10,000.
How do you eat Danpatjuk (Sweet Red Bean Porridge)?
A pinch of the salt served alongside sharpens the sweetness. Eat the rice balls early, while they are still springy.

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