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How to order Soy-Garlic Chicken (간장치킨) in Korea

Fried chicken glazed in soy-garlic sauce. Savory, umami-rich, and less spicy than yangnyeom.

Soy-Garlic Chicken

Say it to order

간장치킨 주세요

Ganjang-chicken juseyo

Quick facts

In Korean
간장치킨
Say it
ganjang-chicken
Spice
Not spicy
Price
₩18,000–25,000
Time to eat
About 20 min
For first-timers
Very easy

How to eat it

Eat with your hands. The glaze gets everywhere.

Do

  • Ganjang chicken pairs with beer.
  • The soy-garlic flavor is sophisticated.

Don’t

  • Don't rush.
  • Don't skip the glaze.

Where to try it in Seoul

Questions

How do you order Soy-Garlic Chicken in Korean?
Say “간장치킨 주세요” (Ganjang-chicken juseyo).
Is Soy-Garlic Chicken spicy?
No. Soy-Garlic Chicken isn’t spicy.
How much does Soy-Garlic Chicken cost in Korea?
Usually ₩18,000–25,000.
How do you eat Soy-Garlic Chicken?
Eat with your hands. The glaze gets everywhere.

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