Breakdown of Raw Beef Korean raw beef is essentially beef tartar. So, if you go to your local butcher to ask for a cut of beef, ask him for his preferred cut for beef tartar. The cut should be a…
Korean Raw Fish Pairings & Sauces
Raw fish is often eaten as a wrap and paired with different sauces and fresh leafy greens. Usually, raw fish is enjoyed with soju. Raw Fish Dipping Sauces: Raw Fish Vegetable Pairings:
How to Slice & Serve Korean Raw Fish
Live fish is usually killed, gutted, sliced, and served immediately. Based on the species of fish, the texture will be different, and so the thickness of the fish slices will vary. How thick you slice your fish depends on the texture…
The Difference between Japanese and Korean Raw Fish
Korean raw fish prep is a bit different from how Japanese raw fish prep is done. Korean raw fish are killed fresh on the spot and then served within minutes of killing. It does not have that “melt in your…
Species of Fish for Korean Raw Fish
Texture plays a huge role in Korean raw fish. Korean raw fish is usually chewy and plush. Different species of fish offer different flavors and textures. There are two main categories of fish: fresh and saltwater; both are used for…
The Origin of 회
The Korean term “회” once referred to something that was mixed with other ingredients, like a type of Bibimbap (비빔밥). Today the term “회” refers mostly to cold raw sliced beef or fish that are served with certain vegetables and…
