What is Hotteok?
A filled pancake commonly sold as a warm street snack, often with brown sugar, seeds or nuts.
What does it taste like?
Chewy-crisp, sweet Spice level and ingredients vary by restaurant and recipe.
What to know before ordering
Recipes differ widely. If you have allergies, dietary restrictions or need a vegetarian version, ask about broth, sauces and hidden meat or seafood ingredients rather than relying only on the dish name.