How to order Hangover Soup (해장국) in Korea
Hangover cure: hot broth with coagulated ox blood, seafood, and offal. The iron and salt restore depleted electrolytes.
Say it to order
해장국 주세요
Haejangguk juseyo
Quick facts
- 해장국
- hae-jang-guk
- Not spicy
- ₩8,000–12,000
- About 15 min
- Takes some nerve
How to eat it
Eat the solids with a spoon, sip the broth. The blood is tender and silky.
Do
- Order this when you're actually hungover — locals will understand.
- Eat it piping hot.
Don’t
- Don't skip the blood — it's the whole point.
- Don't order if you're squeamish about offal.
Local tips
- Don't be scared of 선지 (congealed blood) — it's mild and iron-rich
- Open 24h or from 5AM at most places
Goes with
- Rice
- Kimchi
- More sleep
Where to try it in Seoul
Questions
- How do you order Hangover Soup in Korean?
- Say “해장국 주세요” (Haejangguk juseyo).
- Is Hangover Soup spicy?
- No. Hangover Soup isn’t spicy.
- How much does Hangover Soup cost in Korea?
- Usually ₩8,000–12,000.
- How do you eat Hangover Soup?
- Eat the solids with a spoon, sip the broth. The blood is tender and silky.
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