Anju (food)
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 Bulgogi and nakji bokkeum being served as anju along with soju |
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Anju (pronounced [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 is 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.
[edit] Varieties
 Nogari (young Alaska pollock) with peanuts |
 Nakji bokkeum with somyeon (fried octopus in gochujang with fine noodles) |
 Jokbal, boiled pig's feet in soy sauce, similar to eisbein in German cuisine. |
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[edit] References
- ^ Anju (안주 [按酒)] (Korean). Empas/한국민족문화대백과. Retrieved on 2008-02-18.
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