Ox Knee Soup (도가니탕): what it is and how to order it in Korea
A milky, slow-simmered bone broth built from ox knee and leg bones, with tender gelatinous meat that falls off the bone. It is a restorative classic, often eaten as a hearty meal on its own.
Say it to order
도가니탕 주세요
Dogani-tang juseyo
Quick facts
How to eat it
Season with salt and the spring onion and chili condiments on the table, then add rice to the bowl or eat it alongside. Pick the soft meat from the bones with your spoon and chopsticks.
Do
- Season to your taste with salt from the table before eating.
Don’t
- Do not leave the bones and gristle in a messy pile; set them neatly at the edge of the bowl.
Local tips
- The broth is served boiling and stays hot for a long time, so wait before the first spoonful.
- Ask for more meat and broth refills if you want to make it a full meal.
Goes with
- Rice
- Kkakdugi (radish kimchi)
- Banchan
- Soju
- Beer
Where to try it in Seoul
Questions
- How do you order Ox Knee Soup in Korean?
- Say “도가니탕 주세요” (Dogani-tang juseyo).
- Is Ox Knee Soup spicy?
- Yes — about 1 out of 5 on the spice scale.
- How much does Ox Knee Soup cost in Korea?
- Usually ₩15,000–20,000.
- How do you eat Ox Knee Soup?
- Season with salt and the spring onion and chili condiments on the table, then add rice to the bowl or eat it alongside. Pick the soft meat from the bones with your spoon and chopsticks.
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