Jaecheop-guk facts for kids
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| Type | Guk |
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| Place of origin | Korea |
| Region or state | Yeongnam, Honam |
| Main ingredients | Jaecheop |
| Korean name | |
| Hangul |
재첩국
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| Revised Romanization | jaecheop-guk |
| McCune–Reischauer | chaech'ŏp-kuk |
| IPA | [tɕɛ.tɕʰʌp̚.k͈uk̚] |
Jaecheop-guk (Hangul: 재첩국) is a special clear soup from Korea. It is made with tiny freshwater clams called jaecheop. These small clams are found in the rivers of Korea. The soup is a local favorite in the Yeongnam and Honam regions.
Where Jaecheop-guk Comes From
The main ingredient, jaecheop clams, are harvested from the lower parts of the Nakdong River and Seomjin River. These rivers are important places for finding these special clams. People in these areas have been making this soup for a long time.
How Jaecheop-guk is Made
To make Jaecheop-guk, people usually add chopped garlic chives or scallions. They also add minced garlic to the soup. These ingredients are typically put in at the end of the cooking process. The soup is usually seasoned with salt to give it flavor. You can also find Jaecheop-guk sold in packages, ready to be heated and enjoyed.
