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Kim Yusoon Daegu Bboljjim (Spicy braised cod cheeks)

A casual Busan spot specializing in spicy braised cod cheeks (daegu bboljjim) served with plenty of onions and bean sprouts. Locals often finish the meal by adding a 'sari' (noodles or rice) to the leftover sauce and mixing it.

BusanKorean Food > Braised Seafood / Seafood Stew
4.5
(56 reviews)
A specialty shop for daegu bboljjim run under the name Kim Yusoon, formerly the old Chungmu Sikdang. The main dish is a spicy braised cod cheek loaded with sliced onions and crunchy bean sprouts. After the fish is mostly eaten, locals add a 'sari' (an extra starch such as noodles or rice) to the remaining sauce and mix it for a flavorful finish.

Local Tips

  • Signature spicy daegu bboljjim piled with sliced onions and crunchy bean sprouts
  • Laid-back, neighborhood place (formerly Chungmu Sikdang) — great for sharing
  • Ask for a 'sari' (extra noodles or rice) to mix into the remaining sauce for a rich finish

Menu

Daegu bboljjim (Large) — Spicy braised cod cheeks50,000 KRW
Daegu bboljjim (Small) — Spicy braised cod cheeks31,000 KRW
Daegu bboljjim (Medium) — Spicy braised cod cheeks43,000 KRW

Practical Information

Category
Korean Food > Braised Seafood / Seafood Stew
Address
15 Jinnam-ro, Nam District, Busan
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Facilities
Takeout,Parking available

Glossary

Daegu-bbol jjim (대구뽈찜)
A spicy braised dish using cod head/collar and cheeks — '뽈' refers to the cheek/collar area prized for its tender, gelatinous meat; '찜' means braised/steamed.