How to order Grilled Eel (장어구이) in Korea
Freshwater or sea eel grilled over charcoal, served salted or sauced. Eaten as a restorative, especially in midsummer.
Say it to order
장어구이 주세요
Jangeo-gui juseyo
Quick facts
- 장어구이
- jang-eo-gu-i
- 1 of 5
- ₩17,000–30,000
- About 45 min
- Easy
How to eat it
Put a sliver of the pickled ginger on each piece — it cuts the richness, which is why it's on the table.
Where to try it in Seoul
Questions
- How do you order Grilled Eel in Korean?
- Say “장어구이 주세요” (Jangeo-gui juseyo).
- Is Grilled Eel spicy?
- Yes — about 1 out of 5 on the spice scale.
- How much does Grilled Eel cost in Korea?
- Usually ₩17,000–30,000.
- How do you eat Grilled Eel?
- Put a sliver of the pickled ginger on each piece — it cuts the richness, which is why it's on the table.
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