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Shrimp Porridge

새우죽
sae-u-juk

A porridge made by boiling rice and shrimp together until soft and thick. It is characterized by a mild and nutty taste enhanced by the umami of the shrimp.

Category
Porridge

Cultural background

Shrimp porridge is often consumed for breakfast or recovery meals as it is easy to digest, and the umami of the shrimp makes it a delicacy as well.

Similar dishes

Goes well with

Kimchi— Fermented napa cabbage