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Nutritional Values
180kcal
22gProtein
10gCarbs
5gFat
1gFibre
250 gServing
* Per serving · 250 g. May vary.
Allergens
🐟 Fish
Eomuk
How to order / say it
Say it
어묵 — [Uh-mook]
Order
I'd like the eomuk, please.
Locally
어묵 주세요.
Say locally
Processed fish cakes on skewers, often served in a warm broth.
Why try it?
Eomuk shows Busan's maritime culture, as it's a perfect example of utilizing local fish resources in a warm, comforting street food.
How it tastes
Slightly chewy and savory, eomuk is subtly flavored with an umami-rich broth that amplifies its fishy notes without overpowering.
Origin & History — first documented: 1910
Introduced in the early 20th century by Japanese settlers, eomuk has since been adapted by locals in Busan using fresh, local fish.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🐟 300 g white fish
- 🌾 50 g flour
- 🥚 1 egg
- 🧄 10 g garlic
- 🧂 1 tsp salt
- 🥣 500 ml broth
Method
- 1 Grind fish to a paste, mix with flour, egg, minced garlic, and salt.
- 2 Shape into flat or cylindrical shapes and bake until firm.
- 3 Skewer onto sticks and dip in hot broth before serving.
- 4 Serve hot, optionally with chopped scallions on the side.
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