Beondegi

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Beondegi
Beondegi for sale by a street vendor in South Korea
Beondegi for sale by a street vendor in South Korea
Korean name
Hangul 번데기
Hanja none
Revised Romanization beondegi
McCune-Reischauer pŏnteki

Beondegi are a popular snack food in Korean cuisine. Literally meaning "chrysalis" or "pupa" in Korean, Beondegi are steamed or boiled silkworm pupae which are seasoned and eaten as a snack. Beondegi are often served by street vendors, as well as in restaurants and drinking establishments. They are also sold in cans in grocery stores and convenience stores.

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