What's in it
Olive flounder.
More about Raw Flatfish
Olive flounder is farmed widely, especially on Jeju and in Wando, so it is available all year and is the default raw fish in Korea. Koreans like it freshly killed and firm, so many raw fish restaurants keep the fish alive in tanks. The slices are firm and clean-tasting rather than fatty.
Special diets and allergies
- Vegetarian: no — fish is part of the dish.
- Pork: usually pork-free.
- Allergens: Fish.
Recipes vary between restaurants. If an ingredient matters to you, ask before you order — or show a diet card.
Quick answers
What is raw flatfish?
Sliced raw olive flounder — the most common sashimi in Korea.
Is raw flatfish spicy?
No — it is not spicy.
Is raw flatfish vegetarian?
No — fish is part of the dish.
Does raw flatfish contain pork?
Usually pork-free.
What is raw flatfish called in Korean?
광어회, pronounced “gwangeohoe”.