How to order Pork Belly BBQ (삼겹살) in Korea
Paper-thin sliced pork belly grilled at your table over live charcoal. The edges crisp and char while the center stays tender and juicy.
Say it to order
삼겹살 주세요
Samgyeopsal juseyo
Quick facts
- 삼겹살
- sam-gyeop-sal
- 1 of 5
- ₩18,000–25,000
- About 45 min
- Very easy
How to eat it
Grill the slices until the edges brown and curl. Wrap in lettuce with ssamjang, garlic, and mushrooms. Eat immediately while still hot.
Do
- Offer to refill the soju glass for elders before pouring for yourself.
- Grill for your dining companions if you're comfortable — it's hospitable.
Don’t
- Don't pick meat with your hands and put it directly in your mouth — use your fork or chopsticks.
- Don't skip the wrapping — eating it naked misses half the experience.
Local tips
- Ask for 생삼겹살 (fresh) not frozen
- Dip in sesame oil + salt for the classic flavor
- Order 2 servings minimum per person
Goes with
- Kimchi
- Ssamjang
- Raw garlic
- Green onion salad
- Soju
- Beer
- Somaek
Where to try it in Seoul
Questions
- How do you order Pork Belly BBQ in Korean?
- Say “삼겹살 주세요” (Samgyeopsal juseyo).
- Is Pork Belly BBQ spicy?
- Yes — about 1 out of 5 on the spice scale.
- How much does Pork Belly BBQ cost in Korea?
- Usually ₩18,000–25,000.
- How do you eat Pork Belly BBQ?
- Grill the slices until the edges brown and curl. Wrap in lettuce with ssamjang, garlic, and mushrooms. Eat immediately while still hot.
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