Korean Goguma-ppang

Korean Goguma-ppang is a popular street food snack made from sweet potatoes, typically steamed or roasted. It features a soft, sweet filling encased in a thin, chewy rice flour dough, often shaped like a small loaf or fish. This humble treat is a beloved comfort food found at markets and street stalls throughout South Korea.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

Goguma-ppang is primarily a carbohydrate-rich snack, providing quick energy from its sweet potato and rice flour base. A single serving offers a moderate amount of dietary fiber and key minerals like potassium, with a calorie count typically around 150-200 kcal.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	180 kcal
Protein	3 g
Carbs	38 g
Fat	1 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	12 g
Sodium	15 mg
Potassium	320 mg
Vitamin A	450 mcg RAE
Vitamin C	15 mg
Manganese	0.8 mg
Vitamin B6	0.2 mg
Iron	1.2 mg

Per 1 piece (approx. 100 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, Goguma-ppang is a nostalgic winter street food, with its warm, sweet aroma being a quintessential part of the Korean cold-weather market experience. Nutritionally, it's interesting because it derives its natural sweetness and vibrant color from the sweet potato itself, rather than relying solely on added sugars.