Gwangju Songjeong-dong Tteokgalbi Alley

In Songjeong-dong, a district within the integrated city of Jeollanam-do and Gwangju, there's a street lined with specialized restaurants serving *tteokgalbi* (Korean grilled patties). Each restaurant in this *tteokgalbi* alley attracts customers with its unique, savory, and chewy flavor. Tourists visit the area regardless of the day of the week, and foreign tourists visiting the Jeolla region often make a point of visiting at least once. Songjeong *tteokgalbi* differs from ordinary *tteokgalbi* in several ways. While most *tteokgalbi* is made with beef, this version uses a mixture of beef and pork. It's said that originally, Songjeong *tteokgalbi* was also made with beef, but in the late 1990s, when the economy worsened and the cost of ingredients increased, restaurants began mixing in pork to keep prices down. The combination of the different textures and flavors of pork and beef created a unique and delicious flavor profile, giving rise to Songjeong *tteokgalbi*. In addition to the *tteokgalbi*, the accompanying bone broth is another distinctive feature of Songjeong. This broth, made with pork bones, kelp, radish, and other ingredients, is simmered for a long time and is a delicious dish in its own right. A plate of *tteokgalbi* paired with a bowl of warm broth is a satisfying and filling meal.

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