- Anju (food)
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Anju
Bulgogi and nakji bokkeum being served as anju along with sojuKorean name Hangul 안주 Hanja 按酒 Revised Romanization anju McCune–Reischauer anchu Anju (Korean pronunciation: [andʑu]) is a general term for a Korean side dish consumed with alcohol (often with Korean soju). Some of these side dishes can also be ordered as an appetizer or a main dish. These side dishes are different from the banchan side dishes served with a regular Korean meal. Some examples of anju are: fried chicken, dried squid with gochujang, assorted fruits, dubu kimchi (tofu with kimchi), or peanuts.[1]
Anju are usually served at bars, restaurants, and karaoke establishments which serve alcohol. In many drinking establishments throughout Korea, the purchase of accompanying anju is required if ordering alcoholic drinks.
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Varieties
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Nogari (young Alaska pollock) with peanuts
See also
- Tapas
- Mezze
- Zakuski
- Sakana
- Korean cuisine
- List of Korean dishes
References
- ^ "Anju (안주 [按酒)"] (in Korean). Empas/한국민족문화대백과. http://100.empas.com/dicsearch/pentry.html?s=K&i=276453&v=42. Retrieved 2008-02-18.
"Anju (안주)" (in Korean). The Hankyoreh. 2003-11-16. http://www.hani.co.kr/section-009000000/2003/11/009000000200311162151076.html. Retrieved 2008-02-18.
External links
Categories:- Korean cuisine
- Korean words and phrases
- Appetizers
- Korean cuisine stubs
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