What's in it
Pork or beef.
More about Pressed Boiled Meat
Pyeonyuk is served cold at weddings, funerals and holiday meals, and it is easy to share as a side dish.
Special diets and allergies
- Vegetarian: no — pork is part of the dish.
- Pork: contains pork.
- Allergens: Soy.
Recipes vary between restaurants. If an ingredient matters to you, ask before you order — or show a diet card.
Quick answers
What is pressed boiled meat?
Boiled pork or beef pressed and thinly sliced, served cold.
Is pressed boiled meat spicy?
No — it is not spicy.
Is pressed boiled meat vegetarian?
No — pork is part of the dish.
Does pressed boiled meat contain pork?
Yes — it contains pork.
What is pressed boiled meat called in Korean?
편육, pronounced “pyeonyuk”.