Korean Food Guide
계란찜
gyeran-jjim · Steamed egg
Spice — Not spicy
What it is
Eggs beaten with broth and steamed until puffy and soft, served bubbling in a small pot.
Main ingredients
Eggs, anchovy broth or water, green onion, salt.
How to order
계란찜 하나 추가할게요.gyeranjjim hana chugahalgeyo.We'll add a steamed egg.
First time?
A soothing side to cool your mouth between spicy bites — often free at barbecue places.
Spice levels are tinyhaha's own rough judgment; restaurants vary.
Frequently asked questions
What is gyeran-jjim (계란찜)?
Gyeran-jjim (계란찜, Steamed egg) is eggs beaten with broth and steamed until puffy and soft, served bubbling in a small pot.
Is gyeran-jjim spicy?
On tinyhaha's 0–4 scale gyeran-jjim is a 0: Not spicy. Heat varies by restaurant.
What is in gyeran-jjim?
The main ingredients of gyeran-jjim are: Eggs, anchovy broth or water, green onion, salt.
How do you order gyeran-jjim in Korean?
Say “계란찜 하나 추가할게요.” (gyeranjjim hana chugahalgeyo.) — it means “We'll add a steamed egg.”
Any tips for eating gyeran-jjim the first time?
A soothing side to cool your mouth between spicy bites — often free at barbecue places.