Shellfish

Marinated Raw Crab

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South Korea

Raw crabs marinated in either soy sauce (ganjang gejang) or a spicy gochujang sauce (yangnyeom gejang), prized for the rich crab roe.

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What it is

A closer look at Marinated Raw Crab.

Raw crabs marinated in either soy sauce (ganjang gejang) or a spicy gochujang sauce (yangnyeom gejang), prized for the rich crab roe.

What to look for

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Fresh, live crabs marinated properly, a well-balanced marinade, and plenty of rich roe; the meat should be silky and custard-like.

Where it belongs

Origins and
traditions.

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Native to

South Korea

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Traditional in

North Korea

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