Anju (food)

Anju

Bulgogi and nakji bokkeum being served as anju along with soju
Korean 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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  1. ^ "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.