How to order Stir-fried Octopus (낙지볶음) in Korea
Raw or lightly blanched giant octopus tentacles, still moving on the plate. The most adventurous raw dish.
Say it to order
낙지볶음 주세요
Sannakji juseyo
Quick facts
- 낙지볶음
- nak-ji-bok-keum
- 1 of 5
- ₩25,000–40,000
- About 20 min
- Very adventurous
How to eat it
Dip in gochujang and soy sauce. Chew thoroughly — the texture is chewy and each bite should be tasted.
Do
- Eat sannakji slowly and deliberately.
- This is an experience dish — set aside time to enjoy.
Don’t
- Don't swallow pieces whole — choking hazard and you miss the flavor.
- Don't eat if you're squeamish.
Local tips
- 매일낙지 and 우정낙지 are specialist spots
- Ask for 순한맛 (mild) if you can't handle spice
Goes with
- Rice
- Lettuce
- Soju
Where to try it in Seoul
Questions
- How do you order Stir-fried Octopus in Korean?
- Say “낙지볶음 주세요” (Sannakji juseyo).
- Is Stir-fried Octopus spicy?
- Yes — about 1 out of 5 on the spice scale.
- How much does Stir-fried Octopus cost in Korea?
- Usually ₩25,000–40,000.
- How do you eat Stir-fried Octopus?
- Dip in gochujang and soy sauce. Chew thoroughly — the texture is chewy and each bite should be tasted.
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