If you love Korean street food, you should definitely know about Eotteoktang.
It’s a super comforting and spicy soup made with fish cake (eomuk) and tteok (rice cakes). The name itself is a mix of “eomuk” and “tteok”, which already tells you what’s inside!

Eotteoktang usually comes in a hot, red broth that’s slightly spicy and full of deep flavor. You’ll find chewy rice cakes, soft fish cake, onions, green onions, and sometimes even ramen noodles or dumplings inside. Everything soaks up the broth, so every bite tastes rich and satisfying.

This dish is especially popular on cold days. One bowl of Eotteoktang can warm you up instantly, just like a cozy hug in food form. It’s also great to share with friends, because you can keep adding ingredients as you eat — kind of like a Korean-style hot pot.

Compared to tteokbokki, Eotteoktang is more soup-based and less sticky-sweet. It’s more savory, spicy, and perfect if you want something soupy and filling.

If you ever see 어땡탕 on a menu at a street food stall or pocha (Korean pub), don’t skip it. It’s one of those hidden gems that feels simple but tastes amazing!

Have you tried it before? If not, this might be your sign to give it a shot 😋🔥