What's in it
Sea squirt.
More about Sea Squirt
Tongyeong is famous for meongge, and meongge-bibimbap is a local dish there. Spring is its season.
Special diets and allergies
- Vegetarian: no — seafood is part of the dish.
- Pork: usually pork-free.
Recipes vary between restaurants. If an ingredient matters to you, ask before you order — or show a diet card.
Quick answers
What is sea squirt?
Raw sea squirt — bright orange, with a briny, slightly bitter taste.
Is sea squirt spicy?
No — it is not spicy.
Is sea squirt vegetarian?
No — seafood is part of the dish.
Does sea squirt contain pork?
Usually pork-free.
What is sea squirt called in Korean?
멍게, pronounced “meongge”.