Grilled Duck (오리구이): what it is and how to order it in Korea
Duck meat, usually bone-in pieces, grilled over charcoal or on a tabletop grill until the skin is crisp and the meat is juicy. It is a hearty, smoky dish that many Koreans enjoy for group dinners and drinks.
Say it to order
오리구이 주세요
Origui juseyo
Quick facts
How to eat it
Wrap grilled pieces in lettuce or perilla leaves with garlic, ssamjang, and sliced chili, then eat in one bite. Snip the meat with scissors if it is served in large chunks.
Do
- Pour drinks for elders with both hands.
- Let the staff or an elder handle the grill if you are unsure how it works.
Don’t
- Don't start eating before the elder at the table has taken the first bite.
- Don't overfill the lettuce wrap, as it will fall apart.
Local tips
- Ask for the grilled duck to be cut with scissors so it is easy to wrap.
- Order fried rice or noodles at the end to use the flavorful oil on the grill.
Goes with
- Rice
- Kimchi
- Ssamjang
- Banchan
- Soju
- Beer
- Makgeolli
Where to try it in Seoul
Questions
- How do you order Grilled Duck in Korean?
- Say “오리구이 주세요” (Origui juseyo).
- Is Grilled Duck spicy?
- Yes — about 1 out of 5 on the spice scale.
- How much does Grilled Duck cost in Korea?
- Usually ₩35,000–60,000.
- How do you eat Grilled Duck?
- Wrap grilled pieces in lettuce or perilla leaves with garlic, ssamjang, and sliced chili, then eat in one bite. Snip the meat with scissors if it is served in large chunks.
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