AI's Pick: Jeongseon Mul Dakgalbi on Saengsaengjeongbo

Jeongseon, AI's Hidden Gem for Miners' Vitality

On a warm spring day, if you're wondering where to go, you need to pay attention to 'Jang PD's AI Travelogue' on 'Saengsaengjeongbo'. This segment, where AI perfectly recommends travel courses and restaurants without a single failure, is highly anticipated by travelers.

The broadcast on May 11th featured a trip to Jeongseon, Gangwon-do, a treasure trove of pristine nature. The special dish AI picked in Jeongseon was none other than 'Mul Dakgalbi'.

Jeongseon Sabuk: An Emotional Travel Destination Where Past and Present Coexist?

Recently, travel destinations where you can enjoy pristine nature have been gaining popularity, and Jeongseon, Gangwon-do, undoubtedly stands out. Jeongseon, once the center of the coal mining industry, has seen its mines disappear, but the traces of that era remain, making it a beloved destination that evokes memories and nostalgia.

In particular, Sabuk-myeon, Jeongseon-gun, harmoniously blends the past and present, attracting many visitors as an emotional travel destination. It's said that you can taste a special dish here that miners enjoyed during the coal mining village era.

The star of the show is 'Mul Dakgalbi,' a delicacy that soothed the miners' weariness. An AI-highly recommended restaurant was located near Sabuk Market, right in front of Sabuk Station.

The Legend of the Coal Mining Village: What Does Mul Dakgalbi Taste Like?

This is a long-standing restaurant that has kept its place since the coal mining village flourished. It now serves a dish once called 'Daksari' under the name 'Mul Dakgalbi'. It's a place where you can taste the miners' delicacy, highly praised by AI and locals alike, and it's still bustling with customers today.

Mul Dakgalbi has a similar appearance to Dakbokkeumtang, but its broth is much more refreshing, clean, and spicy – simply superb. It costs 11,000 won per serving, with a minimum order of two servings. The method of simmering it bubbling on the table further enhances the deep and rich flavor of the broth.

The more it boils, the deeper the broth's flavor becomes, providing a satisfying and hearty meal. Besides Mul Dakgalbi, you can also enjoy various chicken dishes here, including regular Dakgalbi, Ganjang Dakgalbi, and Cheese Dakgalbi.

What to Know Before You Visit?

You can add extra toppings (sari) according to your preference, with ramyeon and udon noodles being the most popular. And after enjoying Mul Dakgalbi, there's an indispensable must-have: stir-fried rice with plenty of seaweed flakes. The fried rice, cooked in the spicy broth seasoning, is truly a delicacy among delicacies.

A trip to Jeongseon, as recommended by AI, offers not only beautiful natural scenery and diverse experiences but also the addition of Mul Dakgalbi, which holds the joys and sorrows of the miners, creating a perfect journey. Jeongseon Mul Dakgalbi restaurant offers more than just a meal; it provides a special experience where you can taste Jeongseon's history and culture.