What's in it
Rice, dried thistle greens, soy sauce, sesame oil.
More about Thistle Rice
Gondeure is a wild thistle that grows in the mountains of Gangwon-do, especially around Jeongseon and Pyeongchang. Cooked into the rice, the dried greens give it a soft, nutty taste. Add the seasoned soy sauce bit by bit; many restaurants also serve doenjang stew with it.
Special diets and allergies
- Vegetarian: usually yes.
- Vegan: possibly — check for egg, dairy and honey.
- Pork: usually pork-free.
- Allergens: Soy, Sesame.
Recipes vary between restaurants. If an ingredient matters to you, ask before you order — or show a diet card.
Quick answers
What is thistle rice?
Rice cooked with dried Korean thistle greens and eaten with seasoned soy sauce — a Gangwon-do specialty.
Is thistle rice spicy?
No — it is not spicy.
Is thistle rice vegetarian?
Usually yes.
Does thistle rice contain pork?
Usually pork-free.
What is thistle rice called in Korean?
곤드레밥, pronounced “gondeurebap”.