What's in it
Radish, chili flakes, garlic, fish sauce.
More about Kkakdugi
Kkakdugi is made from Korean radish (mu), which is sweetest in late autumn and winter. Gukbap and seolleongtang restaurants make their own and serve it in big bowls, and many people pour a little of the kkakdugi juice into their soup.
Special diets and allergies
- Vegetarian: no — it is made with fermented seafood (fish sauce, salted shrimp).
- Watch for: Fermented seafood (fish sauce, salted shrimp).
- Pork: usually pork-free.
- Allergens: Fish, Crustaceans.
Recipes vary between restaurants. If an ingredient matters to you, ask before you order — or show a diet card.
Quick answers
What is Kkakdugi?
Crunchy cubes of radish kimchi — the essential side for soups and gukbap.
Is Kkakdugi spicy?
Only mildly — it has a little heat.
Is Kkakdugi vegetarian?
No — it is made with fermented seafood (fish sauce, salted shrimp).
Does Kkakdugi contain pork?
Usually pork-free.
What is Kkakdugi called in Korean?
깍두기, pronounced “kkakdugi”.