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Nutritional Values
600kcal
35gProtein
70gCarbs
20gFat
5gFibre
500 gServing
* Per serving · 500 g. May vary.
Allergens
🐟 Fish
🫘 Soy
Gukbap
How to order / say it
Say it
국밥 — [Gook-bahp]
Order
I'd like the Gukbap, please.
Locally
국밥 주세요.
Say locally
Hearty bowl of soup and rice mixed together.
Why try it?
Gukbap is a comforting, hearty meal that showcases Busan's affinity for robust, warming soups. It's a classic choice for its nourishing warmth, often enjoyed on cold days.
How it tastes
Rich and savory with chunks of tender beef or pork, the soup has a deep umami flavor, melding perfectly with the rice in a delightful, wholesome bite.
Origin & History — first documented: 1700
Gukbap, combining soup and rice, has been a staple since at least the Joseon Dynasty, particularly in Busan where variations use local seafood or beef.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥩 200 g beef
- 🌾 200 g rice
- 🥣 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 🧄 2 cloves garlic
- 🥕 100 g kimchi
- 500 ml broth
Method
- 1 Prepare broth with beef and season with soy sauce and garlic.
- 2 Simmer until beef is tender.
- 3 Add cooked rice to the broth.
- 4 Serve with a side of kimchi for added flavor.
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