Okchun-dang facts for kids
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| Alternative names | Okchun, saek-kusŭl-sathang |
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| Type | Candy |
| Place of origin | Korea |
| Associated national cuisine | Korean cuisine |
| Main ingredients | Rice flour |
| Korean name (South Korea) | |
| Hangul |
옥춘당
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| Hanja |
玉春糖
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| Revised Romanization | okchun-dang |
| McCune–Reischauer | okch'un-tang |
| IPA | [ok̚.tɕʰun.daŋ] |
| Hangul |
옥춘
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| Hanja |
玉春
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| Revised Romanization | okchun |
| McCune–Reischauer | okch'un |
| IPA | [ok̚.tɕʰun] |
| Korean name (North Korea) | |
| Hangul |
색구슬사탕
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| Hanja |
色--沙糖
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| Revised Romanization | saek-guseul-satang |
| McCune–Reischauer | saek-kusŭl-sat'ang |
| IPA | [sɛk̚.k͈u.sɯl.sa.tʰaŋ] |
Okchun-dang is a special traditional Korean candy. It is also known as okchun. In North Korea, people call it saek-kusŭl-sathang, which means "colour marble candy". This sweet treat is made from rice flour. It is flat and round, usually red with pretty white, yellow, and green designs.
What is Okchun-dang?
Okchun-dang is a type of hangwa, which are traditional Korean sweets and cookies. It has been enjoyed in Korea for a very long time. This candy is not just a snack; it also plays an important role in Korean culture.
Why is Okchun-dang Special?
This colorful candy is often seen on tables during important traditional ceremonies. For example, it is a main item for jesa, which is an ancestral rite. This is a special ceremony where families honor their ancestors. Okchun-dang is also used for hwangap, a big celebration for someone's 60th birthday. Reaching 60 years old is a very important milestone in Korean culture.
Appearance and Ingredients
Okchun-dang candies are easy to spot because of their unique look. They are flat and round, almost like a small disc. The main color is usually red, but they have lovely patterns in white, yellow, and green. These designs make the candy look very festive. The main ingredient used to make Okchun-dang is rice flour. This gives the candy its special texture and taste.
Gallery
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(the left-most stack in the photo) okchun-dang piled high on the table at a celebration of hwangap
