만두
Korean DumplingsHandmade dumplings filled with pork, vegetables, and glass noodles, served steamed, fried, or in soup. They're a staple during Lunar New Year and winter months. Every region has its own style.
How to Eat
Dip in soy sauce mixed with vinegar. Eat steamed mandu whole in one bite. Fried mandu is crispier and great as a snack or appetizer.
Where to Find
Bunsikjip, dumpling specialty shops, and markets. Myeongdong and Insadong in Seoul have famous mandu restaurants.
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