How to order Rice Soup (국밥) in Korea
Rice soup with seasoned bean sprouts, vegetables, and a raw egg yolk. Often served as a light meal with doenjang on the side.
Say it to order
국밥 주세요
Gukbap juseyo
Quick facts
- 국밥
- guk-bap
- Not spicy
- ₩5,000–8,000
- About 10 min
- Very easy
How to eat it
Stir the egg yolk into the hot rice soup. Mix with the vegetables and eat with a spoon.
Do
- It pairs well with doenjang soup on the side.
- Eat gukbap when you're feeling under the weather.
Don’t
- Don't rush — this is light and meant to settle your stomach.
- Don't add spice.
Local tips
- This is the original Korean fast food — ₩8,000 for a filling meal
- Add salted shrimp (새우젓) for extra flavor
Goes with
- Kkakdugi
- Salted shrimp
- Soju
Where to try it in Seoul
Questions
- How do you order Rice Soup in Korean?
- Say “국밥 주세요” (Gukbap juseyo).
- Is Rice Soup spicy?
- No. Rice Soup isn’t spicy.
- How much does Rice Soup cost in Korea?
- Usually ₩5,000–8,000.
- How do you eat Rice Soup?
- Stir the egg yolk into the hot rice soup. Mix with the vegetables and eat with a spoon.
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