They all look similar, but if you don't know how to unwrap it, the rice falls apart and the seaweed gets soggy.
π₯ How to heat it up (see CVS Tips) β
π¦ How to unwrap
The wrapper has numbers β β‘β’. Pull them in order and the seaweed stays crispy.
- 1β Pull the top tab downward.
- 2β‘ Pull the left side of the wrapper to the left.
- 3β’ Pull the right side of the wrapper to the right.
π‘ Pull slowly so the seaweed doesn't tear.
π Pick by Flavor Category
Flavor names vary by country, but "mild / familiar meat / spicy" works as a universal guide anywhere.
Mild & Creamy
Tuna Mayo
A safe first pick β creamy, mild flavor almost everyone likes.
Savory Meat
Beef, Spam, bulgogi, etc.
A sweet-and-savory soy sauce base that feels familiar to most foreign visitors.
Korean Spicy
Spicy pork, Jeonju bibim, kimchi tuna, etc.
For adventurous eaters who want to try real Korean spice πΆοΈ
π How to check in-store
π° Checking the price
Printed on the bottom front of the package or on the shelf price tag. Most cost between β©1,500-β©2,000.
β οΈ Worried about allergens, halal, or vegetarian status? Check first β
π Common Korean words on the package
Knowing these words in front of the flavor name gives you a rough idea of the taste.