How to order Fish Cake Skewers (오뎅/어묵) in Korea
Sliced fish cakes and vegetables boiled in a light broth with fish ball. A cheap, simple street snack.
Say it to order
어묵 주세요
Odeng juseyo
Quick facts
- 오뎅/어묵
- o-deng / eo-muk
- 1 of 5
- ₩3,000–6,000
- About 10 min
- Very easy
How to eat it
Eat pieces on a stick, dipping in gochujang or spicy mayo sauce.
Do
- Share the pot with others — this is communal eating.
- Tip the vendor if you buy a lot.
Don’t
- Don't eat with your bare hands — the broth is hot.
- Don't push skewers around aggressively.
Local tips
- 을지오뎅 in Euljiro is a dedicated fish cake bar
- At street stalls, count your skewers at the end to pay
Goes with
- Tteokbokki
- Free broth
- Soju
Where to try it in Seoul
Questions
- How do you order Fish Cake Skewers in Korean?
- Say “어묵 주세요” (Odeng juseyo).
- Is Fish Cake Skewers spicy?
- Yes — about 1 out of 5 on the spice scale.
- How much does Fish Cake Skewers cost in Korea?
- Usually ₩3,000–6,000.
- How do you eat Fish Cake Skewers?
- Eat pieces on a stick, dipping in gochujang or spicy mayo sauce.
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