빈대떡 Bindaetteok
A thick, crisp pancake of ground mung beans, often with pork and kimchi, eaten with a dipping sauce.
Spice: Not spicy
Jeon (pancakes)
계란말이 Gyeranmari
A thick omelet rolled in layers with chopped vegetables, sliced and served as a side dish.
- Rolled Omelet
- Spice: Not spicy
- Vegetarian option
At a glance
| Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Main ingredients | Eggs, carrot, green onion |
| How it's served | Sliced into thick rounds on a small plate, set out warm or at room temperature with the other side dishes |
| Spice level | Not spicy — No chili heat. |
| Diet | Vegetarian option — The dish is meat-free, or a meat-free version is commonly served. Still check the broth and sauces. |
| Allergens | Egg |
| Ask about | Some versions add ham, cheese, laver or fish cake; ask about the fillings. |
| On the menu | 계란말이 (Gyeranmari) |
| Also called | gyeran mari · gaeran mari · dalgyal mari · Korean rolled omelette |
| Region | Nationwide |
Based on the usual recipe. Restaurants vary, so always tell the staff.
How to eat Rolled Omelet
Take a slice with chopsticks
Each slice is a single bite. Lift one at a time from the shared plate.
Pair it with rice or spicy dishes
Eat it with rice, or between bites of a spicy stew to cool your mouth.
Ask for a refill
Side dishes are often refilled for free, but some places charge for more gyeranmari.
On the table
Order it as 계란말이. You rarely need to: it often comes with a meal, though bars may sell a large one.
- On the menu: 계란말이
- Usually sold: Included with a meal, as a side dish
Similar dishes
김치전 Kimchijeon
A thin pancake of chopped kimchi in wheat batter, pan-fried and shared at the table.
Spice: Mild
Questions about Rolled Omelet
Is gyeranmari vegetarian?
Often, yes. The basic version is egg with chopped vegetables, but some add ham or fish cake. Ask the staff about the fillings.
What is the difference between gyeranmari and gyeranjjim?
Gyeranmari is pan-fried and rolled. Gyeranjjim is steamed in a pot with broth until soft, and it is eaten with a spoon.
- By Jason Kim (Bumsoo)
- Last reviewed October 24, 2026