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How to order Hangjeongsal (Pork Jowl · 항정살) in Korea

The pork jowl — only about 600g from a whole pig, which is why it costs more than belly. Fat runs through it in a fine web, giving a springy, almost bouncy chew.

Say it to order

항정살 주세요

Hangjeongsal juseyo

Quick facts

In Korean
항정살
Say it
hang-jeong-sal
Spice
Not spicy
Price
₩17,000–23,000
Time to eat
About 60 min
For first-timers
Easy

How to eat it

It is cut thin and cooks fast. Turn it as soon as the edges curl; overcook it and you lose the texture you paid for.

Where to try it in Seoul

Questions

How do you order Hangjeongsal (Pork Jowl) in Korean?
Say “항정살 주세요” (Hangjeongsal juseyo).
Is Hangjeongsal (Pork Jowl) spicy?
No. Hangjeongsal (Pork Jowl) isn’t spicy.
How much does Hangjeongsal (Pork Jowl) cost in Korea?
Usually ₩17,000–23,000.
How do you eat Hangjeongsal (Pork Jowl)?
It is cut thin and cooks fast. Turn it as soon as the edges curl; overcook it and you lose the texture you paid for.

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