Cultural background
Grilled cockles are a dish commonly enjoyed in Korea's coastal regions, prepared simply to enhance the fresh taste of the cockles.
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Ingredients
How it's made
- 1Clean the cockles thoroughly and prepare them.
- 2Lightly brush the cockles with salt or soy sauce.
- 3Grill the cockles directly over the fire.
- 4Serve the grilled cockles on a plate.
Nutrition
* Estimated values per serving.
Allergens
Not suitable for vegetarians as it contains seafood.
How to order
꼬막구이 주세요
Kko-ma-gui ju-se-yo
Please give me grilled cockles