Makchang Gui

About the dish

Makchang is the cow's fourth and final stomach, chewy and nutty once cleaned and grilled. Born of a food culture that let no part of the animal go to waste, it has become a beloved delicacy to pair with a drink.

Key ingredient

Beef — quality protein and essential amino acids build muscle and stamina; iron and zinc help support healthy iron levels and strengthen immunity, and B vitamins fight fatigue. Good year-round, mainly from Hoengseong & Hongcheon.

Ingredients

Main: beef makchang (abomasum), scallion, garlic · Seasoning: salt, pepper, doenjang dipping sauce, seasoned garlic chives

Simple recipe

1. Scrub the makchang with flour and salt, rinse and blanch.
2. Cut into pieces and pre-cook.
3. Grill on a hot plate until golden.
4. Cook until crisp, letting the fat render off.
5. Serve with seasoned garlic chives and doenjang sauce.

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