Hoe-deopbap facts for kids

Quick facts for kids
Hoe-deopbap

Type	Bibimbap
Place of origin	Korea

Hoe-deopbap (Hangul: 회덮밥) is a popular and tasty Korean dish. You can think of it as a "raw fish bibimbap." It's a colorful bowl filled with warm steamed rice mixed with fresh, thinly sliced or cubed raw fish.

This dish also includes lots of crisp vegetables like lettuce, cucumber, and sesame leaves. To make it even more delicious, it's drizzled with sesame oil and a special spicy-sweet sauce called chogochujang. This sauce is made from vinegar, gochujang (a spicy Korean chili paste), and a touch of sugar.

What is Hoe-deopbap?

The word hoedeopbap literally means "raw fish mixed rice." It's a healthy and refreshing meal, especially popular in Korea during warmer months. The raw fish, called saengseon hoe, is the star of the dish.

Common types of fish used in hoedeopbap include halibut, sea bass, rockfish, tuna, salmon, or whitefish. These fish are chosen for their fresh taste and firm texture.

How to Enjoy Hoe-deopbap

Eating hoedeopbap is a fun experience, very similar to how you eat bibimbap. When your bowl arrives, all the ingredients are neatly arranged. Before you start eating, you use a spoon to thoroughly mix everything together.

This mixing ensures that every bite has a bit of rice, fish, vegetables, and that yummy chogochujang sauce. It's a dish where you get to create your perfect bite!

Different Kinds of Hoe-deopbap

Just like many popular dishes, hoedeopbap has different versions depending on what ingredients are used. These varieties are often named after their main ingredient.

For example, gul hoedeopbap (굴회덮밥) is a version made with fresh raw oysters. Another unique type is gajami hoedeopbap (가자미 회덮밥), which uses raw sole fish. This sole version is a special dish from Gangneung and nearby areas in Korea.

Gallery

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  Seaweed can be used as a topping to add saltiness

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  Gochujang is usually added to the top of hoedeopbap

See also

In Spanish: Hoedeopbap para niños