Malatang: Tanghwa-kungfu [4.5/5]
Available on Baemin and Coupang Eats. Start at level 1. Nine toppings the writer will vouch for.
Hayeon Son
Malatang, an all-time favorite of Korean teens. If you're wondering what to get for your delivery menu this Wednesday, this one's for you.
Tanghwa-kungfu [4.5/5] (Available on Baemin and Coupang Eats)
If it's your first time trying malatang, I recommend starting with level 1. It is a soup made with rich bone broth and a special spice blend that makes everything "mala", giving it that special kick. It is generally salty and nutty, with just enough warmth to heal your soul broken from all the school work.
You get to pick whatever that goes into your soup, from the type of meat to the kind of noodles and even vegetables. This is my recommendation list:
- cabbage (알배기 배추)
- bok choy (청경채)
- enoki mushrooms (팽이버섯)
- frozen tofu (동두부)
- Chinese glass noodles (중국당면)
- thick tapioca noodles (분모자)
- beef (소고기)
- cheese rice cake (치즈떡)
- corn cheese rice cake (콘치즈떡)
If you're feeling lost, there is also a menu where the restaurant chooses every topping for you, so don't worry.
If you're feeling adventurous and want something even more spicy, do not worry, you have 4 more levels to bump the levels up.
For around 12,000-15,000 krw, it's a satisfying meal worth trying, and be careful not to get so addicted.
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