Kkochi facts for kids
Chicken skewers—dak-kkochi – popularly sold in both restaurants and on street.
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| Type | Skewers |
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| Place of origin | Korea |
| Associated national cuisine | Korean cuisine |
Kkochi (꼬치) is a super yummy type of Korean food. It's basically anything cooked on a skewer! The word kkochi actually means "skewer" in the Korean language. Think of it like a delicious stick of food.
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What are Kkochi?
Kkochi are very popular in Korea, especially as street food. You can find them at markets, snack bars, and even fancy restaurants. They are easy to eat on the go and come in many different flavors.
Different Kinds of Kkochi
There are many kinds of kkochi, each with its own special taste. Here are some of the most popular ones you might find:
Dak-kkochi
Dak-kkochi are chicken skewers. They usually have chunks of chicken meat and pieces of a large scallion called daepa. These are put on the skewer one after another. Dak-kkochi is a very common and tasty street food in Korea. It's similar to other grilled skewer dishes from around the world, like yakitori from Japan.
Eomuk-kkochi
Eomuk-kkochi are skewers made with fishcakes. Different types of eomuk (fishcakes) are threaded onto skewers. Then, they are cooked in a warm, flavorful broth. This broth often has Korean radish and dasima (a type of kelp) to give it a great taste. Eomuk-kkochi is a favorite winter street food in Korea, perfect for staying warm!
Sundae-kkochi
Sundae is a Korean blood sausage. Sometimes, this sausage is put on skewers and sold as street food. You can find sundae-kkochi at street stalls called pojangmacha or snack bars called bunsikjip. This dish is often brushed with a sweet and spicy sauce made from gochujang, which is a Korean chili paste.
Tteok-kkochi
Tteok-kkochi are skewers made from tteok (rice cakes). The rice cakes are skewered and then fried until they are a little crispy. After frying, they are brushed with a spicy sauce that is also made with gochujang. Tteok-kkochi is a popular item at bunsikjip snack bars, loved for its chewy texture and spicy kick.
