What Is Cheonggukjang? Korea’s Strong Fermented Soybean Stew Explained
The Smell That Arrives First Before anyone sees the bowl, the smell often arrives first. It is thick.Sharp.Fermented in a way that fills the room quickly. For someone unfamiliar with Korean food, the reaction is immediate. Curiosity.Surprise. Sometimes hesitation. That smell usually belongs to “Cheonggukjang” (청국장). A fermented soybean stew known for its intensity. What
