Seafood Stir-Fry over Rice (잡탕밥): what it is and how to order it in Korea
A saucy mix of squid, shrimp, mussels and vegetables stir-fried in a light starchy gravy and spooned over steamed rice. A hearty, homey dish that Koreans order for a quick, satisfying lunch.
Say it to order
잡탕밥 주세요
Japtangbap juseyo
Quick facts
How to eat it
Mix the gravy and seafood into the rice so every grain is coated, then eat with a spoon. Add a little kimchi or pickled radish to balance the sweet, savory sauce.
Do
- Use a spoon to scoop rice and gravy together, as Koreans usually do.
Don’t
- Don't leave shells or bones piled on the serving plate without a napkin nearby.
Local tips
- Ask for extra rice if you want to finish all the gravy
- Many restaurants serve it alongside jjajangmyeon as a Chinese-Korean set
Goes with
- Soju
- Jjamppong
- Pickled vegetables
- Danmuji (pickled radish)
- Kimchi
Where to try it in Seoul
Questions
- How do you order Seafood Stir-Fry over Rice in Korean?
- Say “잡탕밥 주세요” (Japtangbap juseyo).
- Is Seafood Stir-Fry over Rice spicy?
- Yes — about 1 out of 5 on the spice scale.
- How much does Seafood Stir-Fry over Rice cost in Korea?
- Usually ₩15,000–18,000.
- How do you eat Seafood Stir-Fry over Rice?
- Mix the gravy and seafood into the rice so every grain is coated, then eat with a spoon. Add a little kimchi or pickled radish to balance the sweet, savory sauce.
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