How to order Skirt Meat BBQ (갈매기살) in Korea
Thin, marbled beef brisket grilled briefly until edges char. One of the most premium grilled cuts.
Say it to order
갈매기살 주세요
Galmaegi-sal juseyo
Quick facts
- 갈매기살
- gal-mae-gi-sal
- Not spicy
- ₩35,000–50,000
- About 35 min
- Easy
How to eat it
Grill until the edges are caramelized and the center stays rare. Wrap in lettuce with condiments.
Do
- Galmaegi is expensive — respect it by cooking it perfectly.
- This is for special occasions.
Don’t
- Don't overcook — the slices cook almost instantly.
- Don't use thick sauce — let the beef flavor shine.
Local tips
- This is the cut locals order when they're tired of samgyeopsal
- It's cheaper than galbi but more flavorful
Goes with
- Ssamjang
- Sesame oil
- Raw garlic
- Soju
Where to try it in Seoul
Questions
- How do you order Skirt Meat BBQ in Korean?
- Say “갈매기살 주세요” (Galmaegi-sal juseyo).
- Is Skirt Meat BBQ spicy?
- No. Skirt Meat BBQ isn’t spicy.
- How much does Skirt Meat BBQ cost in Korea?
- Usually ₩35,000–50,000.
- How do you eat Skirt Meat BBQ?
- Grill until the edges are caramelized and the center stays rare. Wrap in lettuce with condiments.
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