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How to order Pork Ribs (돼지갈비) in Korea

Pork ribs in a sweet soy marinade, grilled at the table. Cheaper and sweeter than beef galbi, and the version most Koreans actually eat on a weeknight.

Pork Ribs

Say it to order

돼지갈비 주세요

Dwaeji-galbi juseyo

Quick facts

In Korean
돼지갈비
Say it
dwae-ji-gal-bi
Spice
Not spicy
Price
₩14,000–24,000
Time to eat
About 40 min
For first-timers
Very easy

How to eat it

Grill until the marinade caramelises, cut from the bone with scissors, and wrap in lettuce with ssamjang.

Local tips

  • The marinade burns faster than plain pork — keep it moving on the grill.

Goes with

  • Ssam (lettuce wraps)
  • Soju

Where to try it in Seoul

Questions

How do you order Pork Ribs in Korean?
Say “돼지갈비 주세요” (Dwaeji-galbi juseyo).
Is Pork Ribs spicy?
No. Pork Ribs isn’t spicy.
How much does Pork Ribs cost in Korea?
Usually ₩14,000–24,000.
How do you eat Pork Ribs?
Grill until the marinade caramelises, cut from the bone with scissors, and wrap in lettuce with ssamjang.

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