Risotto (리조또): what it is and how to order it in Korea
A creamy, soupy rice dish cooked slowly with stock, butter and cheese, often with mushrooms, shrimp or bacon. In Korea it is a staple of Western-style restaurants and a favorite comfort food, especially with a cheesy or tomato base.
Say it to order
리조또 주세요
Rijjodo juseyo
Quick facts
How to eat it
Stir the rice gently before each bite so the sauce stays creamy. Many Koreans eat it with a fork and spoon, or a spoon alone.
Do
- Use a spoon for the creamy rice, and eat it while it is hot.
Don’t
- Don't ask for it to be reheated after it has cooled; it loses its texture.
Local tips
- Ask for black pepper or extra cheese at the table if you want more flavor.
- Many restaurants serve it as part of a set menu with salad and a drink, which is better value.
Goes with
- Side salad
- Garlic bread
- Pickled radish
- Sparkling water
- White wine
- Pork cutlet
Where to try it in Seoul
Questions
- How do you order Risotto in Korean?
- Say “리조또 주세요” (Rijjodo juseyo).
- Is Risotto spicy?
- No. Risotto isn’t spicy.
- How much does Risotto cost in Korea?
- Usually ₩15,000–23,000.
- How do you eat Risotto?
- Stir the rice gently before each bite so the sauce stays creamy. Many Koreans eat it with a fork and spoon, or a spoon alone.
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