What's in it
Wheat flour, honey, sesame oil, ginger.
More about Yakgwa
Yak means medicine — honey was once thought of as medicinal, so sweets made with it carry the name.
Special diets and allergies
- Vegetarian: usually yes.
- Vegan: possibly — check for egg, dairy and honey.
- Allergens: Wheat / gluten, Sesame.
Recipes vary between restaurants. If an ingredient matters to you, ask before you order — or show a diet card.
Quick answers
What is Yakgwa?
Flower-shaped fried cookie soaked in honey and ginger syrup — trendy again since the 2020s.
Is Yakgwa vegetarian?
Usually yes.
Is Yakgwa gluten-free?
No — it usually contains wheat (gluten). Recipes vary, so ask if you need to avoid it.
What is Yakgwa called in Korean?
약과, pronounced “yakgwa”.