Oysters are considered an affordable and wholesome ingredient in Korea, unlike some western countries. Here, they are found in different dishes such as soups, kimchi, and rice and are often eaten deep-fried or raw. Korea has become the second-largest oyster exporter in the world, after China, producing over 300,000 tons of oysters in 2020 alone, according to the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD).
Oysters are considered an affordable and wholesome ingredient in Korea, unlike some western countries. Here, they are found in different dishes such as soups, Kimchi, and rice and are often eaten deep-fried or raw. Korea has become the second largest oyster exporter in the world, after China, producing over 300,000 tons of oysters in 2020 alone, according to the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD).