Raw Beef Slices (육사시미): what it is and how to order it in Korea
Yuksashimi is thinly sliced raw beef, usually tenderloin or sirloin, served chilled with a sesame oil and soy dressing. It is a classic Korean drinking dish, prized for its clean, rich flavor and soft texture.
Say it to order
육사시미 주세요
Yuksashimi juseyo
Quick facts
How to eat it
Pick up a slice with chopsticks, dip it lightly in the sesame sauce or sprinkle it with sesame seeds, and eat it in one bite. Pair it with a pear or garlic slice if served.
Do
- Pour drinks for others before filling your own glass.
- Eat raw beef promptly after it is served.
Don’t
- Don't order it unless you are comfortable eating raw meat.
- Don't leave raw meat sitting at the table for long.
Local tips
- Ask for it fresh; it is best eaten soon after it is sliced.
- Often sold as a shared plate at izakaya-style places.
Goes with
- Sliced pear
- Raw garlic
- Chili pepper
- Soju
- Beer
Where to try it in Seoul
Questions
- How do you order Raw Beef Slices in Korean?
- Say “육사시미 주세요” (Yuksashimi juseyo).
- Is Raw Beef Slices spicy?
- No. Raw Beef Slices isn’t spicy.
- How much does Raw Beef Slices cost in Korea?
- Usually ₩25,000–39,000.
- How do you eat Raw Beef Slices?
- Pick up a slice with chopsticks, dip it lightly in the sesame sauce or sprinkle it with sesame seeds, and eat it in one bite. Pair it with a pear or garlic slice if served.
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