Korea Food Guide · Guide 09

Korean Spicy Food Guide

Korean food is famous for its spice. This guide explains what to drink when a dish is too hot, and how to keep enjoying Korea's bold flavours.

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01 — Overview

Quick Summary

Korean food is famous for its spice. This guide explains what to drink when a dish is too hot, and how to keep enjoying Korea's bold flavours.

Key takeaways

  • Milk
  • Yogurt drinks
  • Soft drinks
  • Avoid drinking only water — it spreads the heat
02 — Full Guide

The Complete Guide

What Should I Drink?

If food is too spicy, these drinks help cool the heat:

  • Milk
  • Yogurt Drinks
  • Soft Drinks
  • Drinking only water
  • Water may spread the spicy sensation around your mouth.

What to Avoid

Drinking only water. Water may spread the spicy sensation around your mouth.

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