How to order Kkomak (Cockles · 꼬막) in Korea
Blood cockles, the ones from Beolgyo in South Jeolla being the name to look for. Served barely blanched in the shell or dressed in seasoning; winter to early spring is the season.
Say it to order
꼬막무침 주세요
Kkomak-muchim juseyo
Quick facts
- 꼬막
- kko-mak
- 1 of 5
- ₩12,000–25,000
- About 40 min
- Takes some nerve
How to eat it
Slip a spoon handle into the notch at the back of the shell and twist — it opens easily. Dressed ones are good mixed into rice.
Where to try it in Seoul
Questions
- How do you order Kkomak (Cockles) in Korean?
- Say “꼬막무침 주세요” (Kkomak-muchim juseyo).
- Is Kkomak (Cockles) spicy?
- Yes — about 1 out of 5 on the spice scale.
- How much does Kkomak (Cockles) cost in Korea?
- Usually ₩12,000–25,000.
- How do you eat Kkomak (Cockles)?
- Slip a spoon handle into the notch at the back of the shell and twist — it opens easily. Dressed ones are good mixed into rice.
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