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Godeungeo Gui

고등어구이
Go-deung-eo Gui

Grilled mackerel, autumn-fat peak

About the dish

Godeungeo gui, grilled mackerel, is at its fattest and best in autumn. It is simply salted and grilled, or brushed with a soy seasoning of chili, garlic and ginger before the flame.

Key ingredient

Mackerel (godeungeo) — its EPA omega-3 dilates vessels, curbs clotting and is traditionally believed to help maintain healthy cholesterol levels, while DHA supports young brains and helps support cognitive health. Peak in October, all coasts.

Ingredients

Main: mackerel · Seasoning: cooking oil, salt

Simple recipe

  1. Clean and score the mackerel and salt it briefly.
  2. Rinse once and pat dry.
  3. Pan-fry in oil until golden on both sides.

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A Glass · Traditional pairing

Hanbiogapisulgoldeu
Jecheonhanyak(yeong) · North Chungcheong · ABV 35%

Han Biogapi-sul Gold — a herbal distilled soju from Jecheon Hanyak (North Chungcheong, 35%). Aromatic and warming, a robust foil to oily mackerel.

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