Foods smperle Has Tried

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Foods I've tried

Foods this traveler has tried.

Sannakji is often dipped in sesame oil.

Meats & Animal Products

Sannakji

These severed octopus tentacles wriggle on your plate.

Acorn jelly is often seasoned with soy sauce and sesame oil, and comes topped with green onions, sesame seeds, and Korean chili flakes (gochugaru).

Prepared Foods

Acorn Jelly

The nut goes from oak tree to savory, sesame-topped side in a matter of days.

The acidity and light carbonation of magkeolli pairs well with the spicy-sweet flavors of Korean cuisine.

Drinks

Makgeolli

South Korea's oldest alcoholic beverage is making a comeback.

Eggs, hoisin sauce, chili, cilantro, sesame, crunchy wontons, and peking duck.

Prepared Foods

Jiānbǐng

Every morning, Chinese vendors sling savory, crispy crepes to lines of patient fans.

A close-up of the candy's fine strands and crunchy filling.

Sweets

Dragon's Beard Candy

The ancient confection consists of wispy sugar-strands that look like dragon whiskers.