Spicy Korean Gizzard BBQ
Spicy Korean Gizzard BBQ, known as 'Dakdoritang' or more specifically 'Mokdoritang' when using gizzards, is a popular Korean dish featuring marinated and grilled chicken gizzards. The gizzards are typically marinated in a spicy-sweet sauce made with gochugaru (Korean chili flakes), soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and sugar, then grilled or stir-fried until tender and slightly charred. It's a common street food and drinking snack (anju) found throughout South Korea.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein and relatively low in carbohydrates, with a moderate amount of fat depending on the cut and cooking method. It provides significant amounts of iron, B vitamins (especially B12), and zinc, with a typical serving containing around 250-350 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 280 kcal |
| Protein | 32 g |
| Carbs | 8 g |
| Fat | 12 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 5 g |
| Sodium | 680 mg |
| Iron | 5.2 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 8.5 mcg |
| Zinc | 4.8 mg |
| Selenium | 45 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 280 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 7.5 mg |
| Potassium | 220 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.6 mg |
Per 1 cup (150 g) of grilled marinated gizzards · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, gizzards are prized in Korean cuisine for their unique chewy texture and ability to absorb bold flavors, making them a favorite for late-night drinking snacks. Nutritionally, chicken gizzards are one of the most iron-rich poultry cuts available, providing over 30% of the daily value per serving.
