Cultural background
Yeot is a traditional snack in Korea that can often be seen during holidays or special events. There is a culture in Korea of wishing for good luck while eating yeot.
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Ingredients
How it's made
- 1Prepare rice or corn by mashing them with malt.
- 2Boil the mashed ingredients to make Jocheong.
- 3Reduce Jocheong to make yeot.
Nutrition
* Estimated values per serving.
Allergens
No allergen data.
Made only from plant-based ingredients, suitable for vegetarians.
How to order
엿 주세요
Yeot ju-se-yo
Please give me yeot