What's in it
Rice, raw fish, lettuce, cucumber, cho-gochujang.
More about Raw Fish Rice Bowl
Hoe-deopbap is a lunch favourite at sashimi restaurants and fish markets, especially in coastal towns. Add the chili sauce a little at a time and mix well; a bowl of fish soup often comes with it. The fish is raw, so skip it if you avoid raw seafood.
Special diets and allergies
- Vegetarian: no — fish is part of the dish.
- Pork: usually pork-free.
- Allergens: Wheat / gluten, Soy, Sesame, 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 fish rice bowl?
Rice topped with raw fish, lettuce and vegetables, mixed with a sweet-spicy vinegar chili sauce.
Is raw fish rice bowl spicy?
Only mildly — it has a little heat.
Is raw fish rice bowl vegetarian?
No — fish is part of the dish.
Does raw fish rice bowl contain pork?
Usually pork-free.
Is raw fish rice bowl gluten-free?
No — it usually contains wheat (gluten). Recipes vary, so ask if you need to avoid it.
What is raw fish rice bowl called in Korean?
회덮밥, pronounced “hoedeopbap”.