콩나물국밥 Kongnamulgukbap
A hot soybean sprout soup with rice in the bowl, often eaten in the morning or after drinking.
Spice: Mild
Gukbap (soup with rice)
돼지국밥 Dwaejigukbap
A milky pork bone soup with sliced pork, eaten with rice and seasoned at the table with salted shrimp.
- Pork and Rice Soup
- Spice: Mild
- Contains pork
- Contains seafood
At a glance
| Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Main ingredients | Pork bones, sliced pork, rice |
| How it's served | Boiling hot in a bowl, with rice, salted shrimp, chives, onion and kimchi |
| Spice level | Mild — A little warmth. Fine for most people. |
| Diet | Contains pork · Contains seafood — Pork is a standard ingredient. Fish, shellfish, fish sauce, salted seafood (jeotgal) or anchovy stock is a standard ingredient. |
| Allergens | Crustacean shellfish |
| Ask about | The chili paste and chive salad may contain soy, sesame or fish sauce; some bowls include wheat noodles. |
| On the menu | 돼지국밥 (Dwaejigukbap) |
| Also called | dwaeji gukbap · dweji gukbap · daeji gukbap · Busan pork soup |
| Region | Nationwide · Busan |
Based on the usual recipe. Restaurants vary, so always tell the staff.
How to eat Pork and Rice Soup
Season the broth
The broth is lightly salted. Add salted shrimp a little at a time until it tastes right.
Add chives and chili paste
Stir in the seasoned chives, and add red chili paste if you want some heat.
Put the rice in
If the rice comes on the side, add it to the soup and eat it with kimchi.
How to order it
Order it as 돼지국밥. It comes as a single portion with rice, so one person can order it alone.
- On the menu: 돼지국밥
- Usually sold: 1 serving, with rice
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순대국밥 Sundaegukbap
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Spice: Mild
Questions about Pork and Rice Soup
Is dwaejigukbap vegetarian?
No. The broth is usually made from pork bones or pork meat, and it is seasoned with salted shrimp.
How spicy is dwaejigukbap?
Mild. The broth itself is not spicy, and the red chili paste adds only a little warmth.
Can you eat dwaejigukbap alone?
Yes. It comes as a single portion with rice, so solo diners often order it.
- By Jason Kim (Bumsoo)
- Last reviewed October 25, 2026