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🌶️ Spicy

Grilled Octopus

낙지구이
nakji-gui

This dish features octopus marinated in sauce and grilled on a hot plate, characterized by its chewy texture and spicy seasoning. It is typically grilled directly at the dining table and enjoyed at the perfect moment of cooking, wrapped in lettuce and enjoyed with ssamjang.

Category
Grilled

Cultural background

Grilled octopus is mainly enjoyed during dinner or drinking occasions, where its chewy texture and spicy flavor pair well with alcohol. It is a social meal where people gather around to grill together.

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Goes well with

steamed rice— White rice