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Thick and hearty, haejang guk is a go-to hangover remedy for Korean drinkers after a night of heavy drinking.

As its name suggests -- “haejang” translates to “relieve a hangover” -- this soup is believed to help sober up the drinker and soothe an upset stomach. Known for its savory flavors with spicy notes, haejang guk comes in many variations, featuring ingredients like seafood, meat and vegetables.

The most popular version is meat-based, typically made with pork backbone or ox neck bone, complemented by daikon radish leaves and finished with a sprinkle of perilla seed powder, which lends the soup a creamy texture and a subtle herbal flavor.

Other variations use bean sprouts, congealed ox blood or dried pollock as key ingredients.

Whether you‘re craving something spicy, savory or just deeply satisfying, haejang guk’s rejuvenating ingredients are sure to help shake off the lingering effects of alcohol.

(Haejangguk, hangover soup, Korean hangover stew, savory beef broth soup)