How to order Soy-Marinated Raw Crab (간장게장) in Korea
Raw crab marinated in soy, ginger, and garlic. Complex, umami-rich, and an acquired taste.
Say it to order
간장게장 주세요
Ganjang-gejang juseyo
Quick facts
- 간장게장
- ganjang-gejang
- Not spicy
- ₩35,000–50,000
- About 20 min
- Takes some nerve
How to eat it
Crack open the shell and eat the marinated meat with rice.
Do
- Ganjang-gejang is luxury food.
- The marinade is essential — eat it with rice.
Don’t
- Don't overcook — it's meant to be raw.
- Don't miss the marinade.
Where to try it in Seoul
Questions
- How do you order Soy-Marinated Raw Crab in Korean?
- Say “간장게장 주세요” (Ganjang-gejang juseyo).
- Is Soy-Marinated Raw Crab spicy?
- No. Soy-Marinated Raw Crab isn’t spicy.
- How much does Soy-Marinated Raw Crab cost in Korea?
- Usually ₩35,000–50,000.
- How do you eat Soy-Marinated Raw Crab?
- Crack open the shell and eat the marinated meat with rice.
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