Ganjang Gejang
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KOREAN SEAFOOD DELICACY

Ganjang Gejang

간장게장

Ganjang gejang brings a taste of Korea’s coast to the table, with deep umami and delicate textures.

Fresh raw blue crab is marinated in soy sauce with garlic and ginger. Savor its tender meat and rich roe with warm rice, one slow bite at a time.

  • Unique Korean Delicacy
  • Loved by Global Travelers
  • Must-Try Korean Dish
  • Perfect with Steamed Rice
  • A Taste of Korean Seafood Culture

What is Ganjang Gejang?

Fresh raw blue crab is marinated in soy sauce with garlic, ginger and chili. The result is silky, tender crab meat with deep savory flavor.

Fresh Crab

Fresh Crab

Soy Sauce

Soy Sauce

Garlic & Ginger

Garlic & Ginger

Chili

Chili

Seasoning

Seasoning

Korean coastal seafood village

Why Koreans Love It

Its rich umami flavor turns a bowl of warm rice into a meal to remember.

What Does It Taste Like?

Salty, savory and slightly sweet, with delicate crab meat and luxurious roe.

How to Eat Ganjang Gejang

Try both ways — by hand and with rice.

Prepare to eat1

Prepare to eat

Wear disposable gloves if you prefer a hands-on first bite.

Taste the crab2

Taste the crab

Try the tender crab meat with a little soy marinade.

Scoop the roe3

Scoop the roe

Use a spoon or chopsticks to enjoy the rich orange roe.

Mix with rice4

Mix with rice

Spoon warm rice into the shell and mix with the roe.

Perfect With

Rice and bright side dishes balance the crab’s deep, savory marinade.

Steamed Rice

Steamed Rice
흰밥

Kimchi

Kimchi
김치

Pickled Radish

Pickled Radish
깍두기

Roasted Seaweed

Roasted Seaweed
김

Traveler TipMix crab roe with warm rice for an unforgettable bite.

Good to Know

  • Freshness and hygiene matter for raw crab
  • A must-try for seafood lovers
  • Beautiful on the table and in photos
  • Popular at seafood restaurants in coastal cities
For Your InformationIt contains raw seafood. Guests with allergies, pregnancy or sensitivity to raw food should be cautious.
Korean coastal seafood village

WHERE TO TRY

Find Ganjang Gejang in Korea

Look for seafood restaurants in Seoul, Incheon, Busan and coastal cities.

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