“Dumpling†is a dumpling made by rolling out a thin layer of wheat dough and then mixing the filling with meat , tofu, vegetables, kimchi, etc., and steamed, or It's fried food. There are various theories about the origin of gyoza. In the past, Zhuge Liang conquered the South Bay area and encountered a severe storm on the way back and had to sacrifice 49 human heads to the gods, but with flour The most likely theory is that it comes from an anecdote where a person performed a ritual in the shape of a head.
Dumplings are a favorite breakfast menu for Chinese people, along with dumpling (pretzel), doujiang (soy milk), and hundun (dumpling soup) It's one of them. Chinese dumplings are “quartier,†which is crispy baked in oil, “mantou,†which is similar in shape to steamed bread, and “xiao long bao†with minced meat and broth, Korean style It boasts a variety of varieties, such as “hunton,†which is similar to water dumplings. Enjoy authentic Chinese flavors in Korea! Here are 5 of the best Chinese dumpling restaurants with a moist, juicy flavor.
1. Crispy and moist at the same time, Sookdae's “Goobok Dumplingâ€
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“Goobok Dumpling†is a Chinese-style dumpling specialty store run by a Korean husband and Chinese wife. 2017 and 2018 Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand for 2 consecutive years Traditional dumplings from the Gufu region of China will be presented as selected locations. The signature menu is “Gubok traditional gyoza,†which is deep-fried in ice water made by mixing broth infused with silver ear mushrooms and secret starch. The characteristic is that you can enjoy the texture of grilled dumplings and steamed dumplings at the same time. Lotus root and soybean powder are added to the dumpling dough, then the mugwort flavor is applied, so the inside feels comfortable even after a meal. “Whole shrimp dumplings,†which are filled with eggs, chives, onions, and shrimp, are also popular dishes.
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â–² Location: 10, Dutubbawi-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
▲ Business hours: 11:00 — 22:00 every day, every second and fourth Monday Closed
â–² Price: Gubok traditional dumpling 5,000 won, whole shrimp dumpling 7,000 won
â–² Review (Where do you eat fresh meat): Traditional Chinese style Dumpling shop. I think Yang liked it first. If you go to another famous Chinese dumpling shop, the amount is small, but this one has a lot. I also like the spicy Xiaolongbao style. I don't know how this will change if it becomes more popular, but at the moment it's a very satisfying level.
2. Dumplings made with care, “Shandong dumplings†in Huam-dong
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“Shandong Dumpling†is located near Huam Market. The boss makes everything from dumpling wrappers to beef himself. We offer grilled dumplings and steamed dumplings made with chives , kimchi, shrimp, and vegetables. The signature menu, “Shrimp Dumpling,†adds to the fun of chewing a whole large shrimp. The “vegetable meat steamed dumpling,†which is a Chinese home-style dumpling with boiled Chinese cabbage, is also a popular menu item. The subtle sweetness of Chinese cabbage blends smoothly with the umami of pork. For steamed dumplings, you can also order half of kimchi and half of meat .
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â–² Location: 7, Huam-ro 28-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
▲ Opening hours: 10:30 — 21:00 every day, closed on Mondays
â–² Price : Shrimp dumpling 7,000 won, steamed vegetable meat dumpling 6,000 won
â–² Review (I grow moss): I visit often because the lady is kind and the dumplings are delicious On the side ~ I also pack when I don't have a seat, but the juice inside is still moist, so it's great that it's alive.
3. Juicy meat that fills your mouth, Yeonhui-dong's 'Five Hyang Dumpling'
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“Five Hyang Dumpling †in Yeonhui-dong is popular for its good value for money. All food is cooked and served to the customer as soon as they are ordered. The store has a small interior that is full of about 8 tables, so there are many packing customers. The signature menu is “grilled gyoza,†which is crispy baked as if only one side had been deep-fried. It has a light flavor without being greasy, and you can feel that the seasoning is mixed according to your taste. In addition to dumplings , you can also enjoy a variety of Chinese dishes, such as sweet and sour pork, five-spice pork, and red pepper chapchae.
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â–² Location: 22 Yeonhuima-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul
▲ Business hours: 11:30 — 22:00 every day, B/T 15:00 — 17:30, closed on Wednesday
â–² Price : Grilled dumplings 6,000 won, steamed dumplings 5,000 won, sweet and sour pork 15,000 won, five-spice pork 15,000 won
â–² Review (Shikigin Diet Zeng): All tables because the store is small There might be a car. Be sure to try the grilled gyoza.
4. Mapo's “Shandong Dumpling†with an appetizing, moist luster
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“Shandong Dumpling†is located near Mapo Station Exit 3. It's so popular that people keep waiting until late. The signature dish, “steamed gyoza,†is appetizing with the luster flowing on the outside. The juiciness that comes out the moment you take a bite of the soft dumpling skin is exquisite. Eat pork stewed in soy sauce made with five spices, including fennel, cinnamon, Japanese pepper, clove, and peel, with various garnishes “Five-spice pork†is also a popular menu. Please note that packaging is not sold and customers of 6 or more are not allowed to enter .
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â–² Location: 22-10, Dohwa-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul
▲ Business hours: 17:30 — 24:00 on weekdays, 17 on Saturdays; 30 — 22:00, closed on Sundays
â–² Price : Steamed dumpling 6,000 won, grilled dumpling 6,000 won
â–² Review (Shikigami Narcisist): A really tasty Chinese dumpling shop. The steamed dumplings and grilled dumplings are particularly famous, and I really enjoyed the juicy and textured ones ^^
5. 'Shandong Gyojakan' in Apgujeong, the essence of traditional Chinese cuisine
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“Shandong Gyojikan†is a Chinese restaurant run by an owner from China. It offers a variety of authentic Chinese dishes based on secrets taught to them by their parents since they were 10 years old I will present it. The signature menu is “grilled gyoza,†where gyoza is steamed once and then baked again in oil. It is attractive because it contains more juice than other recipes. “Sichuan Hundun Tang,†a Chinese-style dumpling soup made by putting plenty of gyoza in a cool broth with various types of seafood to add freshness It's also a popular menu. Dumplings can be packed for 2 or more servings, and grilled dumplings cannot be packaged .
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â–² Location: 214 Apgujeong-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
▲ Business hours: 12:00 — 21:00 every day, B/T 13:30 — 17:00
â–² Price: Grilled dumplings 7,000 won, steamed dumplings 6,000 won, Sichuan hunduntang 8,000 won
â–² Review (Shikigami Kyusung): Like me I visited a few places, and everyone was so satisfied that no one disliked it.