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How to order Beef Pancake (육전) in Korea

Thin slices of beef dredged in egg batter and fried individually, so it arrives as a plate of small pieces rather than one pancake. A banquet and holiday dish.

Beef Pancake

Say it to order

육전 주세요

Yukjeon juseyo

Quick facts

In Korean
육전
Say it
yuk-jeon
Spice
Not spicy
Price
₩15,000–25,000
Time to eat
About 15 min
For first-timers
Very easy

How to eat it

Take a piece at a time; dip lightly in soy-vinegar sauce.

Local tips

  • A staple of jesa (ancestral rites) tables, which is why it shows up around holidays.

Goes with

  • Makgeolli

Where to try it in Seoul

Questions

How do you order Beef Pancake in Korean?
Say “육전 주세요” (Yukjeon juseyo).
Is Beef Pancake spicy?
No. Beef Pancake isn’t spicy.
How much does Beef Pancake cost in Korea?
Usually ₩15,000–25,000.
How do you eat Beef Pancake?
Take a piece at a time; dip lightly in soy-vinegar sauce.

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