Top Korean Foods Indians Find Hard to Love

Ever wondered what Korean foods Indians don’t enjoy? While Korean cuisine is known for its unique flavors, some dishes are a little too much for the Indian palate. Let’s take a look!

Korean Potato Salad (Gamjasaelleodeu)

Creamy and mayo-heavy, this potato salad doesn’t quite fit the spicy, tangy flavors Indian salads are known for.

Beondegi (Silkworm Larvae)

Crunchy, protein-packed silkworm larvae with a strong earthy taste. Not the easiest food to swallow for many Indians!

Hongeo (Fermented Skate Fish)

With its ammonia-like smell, this fermented fish is one of the strongest-smelling dishes in Korean cuisine!

Yeot (Sweet Korean Rice Cake)

A chewy, sticky rice cake that's sweet but not the same as the traditional Indian desserts many love.

Yaksik (Sweet Rice Dish)

A sweet rice dish with chestnuts and dates, but the unique mix of flavors is hard for many to appreciate.

Naengguk (Cold Soup)

Chilled soups just don’t sit right with Indians who prefer their broths steaming hot!

Dalgona Candy

Crunchy, caramelized candy that’s hard and bitter for those used to Indian sweets like laddoos and gulab jamun.

Gaji Namul (Seasoned Eggplant)

The slippery texture and strong garlic of seasoned eggplant are a tough sell for many.

Fermented Squid (Ojingeojeot)

Sour and fishy, this fermented squid is too much for those not fond of strong seafood.