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Jogi-jeot

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jo-gi-jeot

Jogi-jeot is a salty fermented fish sauce made by salting and fermenting jogi fish, served as a stored side dish alongside rice. It is salty and umami-rich, best enjoyed with rice in small portions.

Category
Side dishes

Cultural background

Jogi-jeot is a traditional Korean preserved side dish that pairs well with rice due to its salty flavor. Fermented fish sauces are one of the fundamental side dishes served alongside rice in Korean dining.

Similar dishes

Goes well with

steamed rice— White rice