Namdaemun Market Street Food Rampage 🍢 Best Korean Snacks & Hidden Finds in Seoul, Korea 🥞🍠

Namdaemun Market (남대문시장) is the oldest and one of the most famous markets in Seoul, Korea to eat Korean street food. It is a bustling hive of activities where you can find cheap Korean food and also do some souvenir shopping or just buy regular everyday items such as clothes. We end up walking around the market for hours eating as much Korean street food as humanly possible and also showing you what else you can do at Namdaemun Market (남대문시장). The following is a list of all the Korean street food (한국 길거리 음식) we sampled in Seoul (서울):

마약김밥 - Baby Gimbap: Korean rice rolls with simple ingredients inside like carrots and yellow radish

호떡 - Hotteok: Korean dessert pancake with brown sugar, honey, cinnamon and pine nuts inside. One of our personal favotires!

핫도그 - Hot Dog (aka corndogs): Korean hotdogs with deep-fried batter and french fries

오뎅 - Odeng: Spongy Korean fish cakes served on a skewer

왕찐빵만두 - Wang Jjinppang Mandu: (Korean steamed buns with red bean-paste filled inside)

고구마 - Goguma: Korean sweet potato that has been steamed

🍢🛍️ Namdaemun Market Street Food Rampage | Best Korean Snacks & Hidden Finds in Seoul

🏮 Introduction: Street Food Rampage at Namdaemun Market
The video begins at Namdaemun Market (남대문시장), Seoul’s oldest and most iconic market, where the hosts skip lunch to embark on a street food tasting spree. The goal? To sample as many different Korean snacks as possible in a single visit.

🌭 Potato Corn Dog (핫도그): The Ultimate Fusion Snack
First up is the potato corn dog, a Korean twist on a classic, featuring a hot dog on a stick, coated with batter and crispy French fries, then topped with ketchup and spicy sauce. The result? A delicious, over-the-top snack that combines all your fast food favorites in one bite—for just ₩3000 KRW (under $3 USD).

🍢 Odeng (오뎅): Classic Korean Fishcake on a Stick
Next, the hosts sample Odeng (오뎅), a soft and spongy fishcake served on a skewer. Typically a budget-friendly favorite, the price is slightly higher in Namdaemun (₩1000 KRW), but the flavor—mild, with a soy-based sauce—is as satisfying as ever.

🍙 Mayak Gimbap (마약김밥): Addictive Mini Rice Rolls
Descending to the market’s basement, they discover mayak gimbap, small, vegetarian-friendly seaweed rice rolls filled with carrot and radish. Served with a spicy wasabi-mustard sauce and light soup, these portable snacks pack a punch—just don’t overdo the dip!

🛒 Western Treats & International Finds
Namdaemun isn’t just about Korean snacks. The hosts stumble upon a section packed with international goods—from peanut butter and Nutella to Quaker Oats and Swiss hot chocolate. Perfect for expats or anyone craving a taste of home.

👟 Beyond Food: Shopping for Everything
Namdaemun Market is a one-stop shop. In addition to food, you’ll find shoes, clothes, winter jackets, toys, and school supplies—nearly anything you can imagine, often at bargain prices.

🥟 Wang Jjinppang (왕찐빵): Giant Steamed Buns with Sweet Red Bean
Back to food! The hosts try Wang Jjinppang—giant, fluffy steamed buns filled with sweet red bean paste. Served piping hot and larger than a hand, this treat is excellent value at ₩1500 KRW (about $1.50 USD), offering both warmth and sweetness.

🎵 Unexpected Culture: Market Music & Performance
In the midst of their food adventure, the hosts pause to enjoy a traditional musical and cultural performance happening in the market, adding to the lively atmosphere.

🍠 Goguma (고구마): Steamed Korean Sweet Potato
They also sample freshly steamed goguma, a Korean sweet potato with a pumpkin-like color and naturally sweet, rich flavor. The host recommends eating the skin for added taste and nutrition—all for just ₩1000 KRW (under $1 USD).

🥞 Hotteok (호떡): The Unbeatable Korean Sweet Pancake
The grand finale: Hotteok, a beloved Korean street pancake filled with brown sugar, cinnamon, and pine nuts. Warm, gooey, and only ₩1000 KRW, this is their go-to street snack—praised as the best thing at the market and the perfect sweet ending to a day of sampling.

📝 Market Tips: Prices, Atmosphere & Final Thoughts
Tourist Hotspot: Namdaemun Market is a bit more touristy than other Seoul markets, so prices for some foods (like Odeng) may be slightly higher.

Value Stays: Staples like Hotteok remain affordable.

Beyond Food: From hole-in-the-wall restaurants to bargain shopping, the market has it all.

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