What's in it
Beef, mushrooms, vegetables, broth, noodles.
More about Korean Shabu-shabu
Korean shabu-shabu comes with a clear or a spicy broth (얼큰, eolkeun). Put in the vegetables and mushrooms first, swish each slice of beef for a few seconds and dip it in sesame or soy-chili sauce. When the broth has turned rich, noodles go in, and many places finish by making porridge or fried rice with what is left.
Special diets and allergies
- Vegetarian: no — beef is part of the dish.
- Pork: usually pork-free — meat is not halal unless the restaurant is certified.
- Allergens: Wheat / gluten, Soy.
Recipes vary between restaurants. If an ingredient matters to you, ask before you order — or show a diet card.
Quick answers
What is Korean shabu-shabu?
Thin beef slices and vegetables swished in hot broth at the table, finished with noodles or porridge.
Is Korean shabu-shabu spicy?
Only mildly — it has a little heat.
Is Korean shabu-shabu vegetarian?
No — beef is part of the dish.
Does Korean shabu-shabu contain pork?
Usually pork-free — meat is not halal unless the restaurant is certified.
Is Korean shabu-shabu gluten-free?
No — it usually contains wheat (gluten). Recipes vary, so ask if you need to avoid it.
What is Korean shabu-shabu called in Korean?
샤브샤브, pronounced “syabeusyabeu”.