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Yukjeon

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Yuk-jeon

Thin egg-battered pan-fried beef, a festive banquet dish

About the dish

Yukjeon is beef sliced thin, coated in batter and pan-fried into tender, savory rounds. It was a prized jeon that never missed a feast — and never missed a Gyeongsang-do wedding table.

Key ingredient

Beef (sogogi) — high-quality protein and essential amino acids for building muscle and stamina; rich in iron and zinc for supporting healthy iron levels and strengthening immunity, with B vitamins that ease fatigue. Enjoyed year-round, notably from Hoengseong and Hongcheon.

Ingredients

Main: beef (round cut), egg, wheat flour · Seasoning: salt, pepper, cooking oil

Simple recipe

  1. Slice the beef thin and blot away the blood.
  2. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  3. Coat with flour and beaten egg.
  4. Pan-fry gently in an oiled pan.
  5. Cook until just tender and serve with vinegared soy sauce.

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A Glass · Traditional pairing

Saengtakju
Cheongsannoksu · South Jeolla · ABV 6%

Saengtakju (Cheongsannoksu, South Jeolla) — a cloudy rice makgeolli at 6% ABV, chosen to pair with today's dish.

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