Shrimp Toast (Menbosha · 멘보샤): what it is and how to order it in Korea
Minced shrimp spread on a slice of bread, coated in crumbs and deep-fried until golden, then cut into pieces. A crispy, sweet, Chinese-Korean snack that is a favorite at weddings and banquets.
Say it to order
멘보샤 하나 주세요
Menbosya hana juseyo
Quick facts
How to eat it
Pick up a piece by hand and dip the shrimp side into sweet chili or mustard sauce if offered. Eat it while the crust is still crunchy, since it softens quickly.
Do
- Share the plate with the table and take one piece at a time.
Don’t
- Don't eat it with a knife and fork at a casual table; fingers are common.
Local tips
- Ask for it fresh; reheated versions lose their crunch
- Often served at Chinese-Korean restaurants as a starter for sharing
Goes with
- Tangsuyuk
- Jjajangmyeon
- Mustard sauce
- Sweet chili sauce
Where to try it in Seoul
Questions
- How do you order Shrimp Toast (Menbosha) in Korean?
- Say “멘보샤 하나 주세요” (Menbosya hana juseyo).
- Is Shrimp Toast (Menbosha) spicy?
- No. Shrimp Toast (Menbosha) isn’t spicy.
- How much does Shrimp Toast (Menbosha) cost in Korea?
- Usually ₩6,000–14,000.
- How do you eat Shrimp Toast (Menbosha)?
- Pick up a piece by hand and dip the shrimp side into sweet chili or mustard sauce if offered. Eat it while the crust is still crunchy, since it softens quickly.
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