컬렉션: Korean Porridge (Juk)

Juk (죽) is Korean rice porridge, the dish every Korean reaches for when they are sick, tired or want a gentle breakfast. These shelf-stable pouches from Bibigo, Dongwon and CJ are ready in two minutes: savory abalone porridge (jeonbokjuk), mushroom and vegetable juk, tuna rice porridge, and the sweet classics pumpkin hobakjuk, red bean patjuk with chestnuts and creamy pine nut jatjuk.

Heat in a pot or microwave, add a little salt or sesame oil, and serve with kimchi or seasoned gim. Also see our Korean soups and Hetbahn cooked rice for more two-minute meals.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Korean porridge good when you are sick?

Yes. Juk is the traditional Korean recovery food: soft, warm, easy to digest and gentle on the stomach, which is why abalone and pine nut porridge are classic gifts for someone who is unwell.

How do I heat instant juk?

Pour the pouch into a bowl, cover and microwave for 2 to 3 minutes, or warm in a saucepan over low heat for 3 to 4 minutes while stirring.

Which porridge is sweet and which is savory?

Pumpkin (hobakjuk), red bean (patjuk) and pine nut (jatjuk) are sweet or nutty dessert-style porridges. Abalone, mushroom-vegetable and tuna porridges are savory meals.