After that, the cooks either leave it plain or toss it in the sweet and spicy 양념 (yangnyeom) sauce. Both of these foods are made simply, but the care and skill of the people making the food help create delicious and unique flavors.
Yes, both foods are connected deeply to the local environment, and they can be found all around Korea, helping bring people together in every region. 호떡 (Hotteok) has an interesting history, because it was first introduced by Chinese immigrants in the early 1900s. Over time, Koreans adapted it into a sweet and warm snack that people all over the country enjoy today. Korean fried chicken also has a unique story. It became popular after the Korean War, when cooking oil became easy to buy and people began frying chicken. After decades of cooking fried chicken, families started making their own Korean special sauces, making this dish unique to Korean culture.
Today, both foods are a part of everyday life, connecting people through street markets, late-night meals and shared experiences all around the country. So, now that you know about both foods, what do you think you would like better? Which one would you like to try? 호떡 (hotteok) or 치킨 (chikin)?
