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Authentic Lamb Rib Skewers at Chowon Yang-kkochi

Reliving a satisfying third visit to Chowon Yang-kkochi(초원양꼬치) in Gimpo(김포). A review featuring succulent Yang-galbi-kkochi(양갈비 꼬치), aromatic Yeontae-goryang(연태고량), and the unique flavors of Liuroudan(류육단).

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04 Nov 2023 • 3 min read

1. A Third Visit to a Personal Favorite

On November 3, 2023, I made my third visit to Chowon Yang-kkochi(초원양꼬치) in Yangchon-eup(양촌읍), Gimpo(김포). This place is always bustling with people who crave authentic Chinese flavors. Among the various menu items, the lamb rib skewers remain the most impressive for me. Its deep and rich taste has firmly established this restaurant as one of my favorite gourmet spots.

2. Appetizers and Essential Seasoning

The meal began with simple but essential side dishes. I personally enjoy the Chinese-style roasted peanuts; picking them up one by one with chopsticks is quite fun. Along with the peanuts, the signature lamb skewer seasoning was served, ready to be paired with the meat soon.

Basic side dishes including my favorite roasted peanuts.

The essential lamb skewer seasoning powder.

3. The Main Event: Grilling Yang-galbi-kkochi

I ordered two servings of Yang-galbi-kkochi(양갈비 꼬치). Watching the skewers rotate automatically on the grill is one of the joys of dining here. It is important to be careful of the heat while the skewers cook to perfection.

Two servings of fresh **Yang-galbi-kkochi(양갈비 꼬치)** ready for the grill.

The skewers rotating on the automatic grill.

A warning sign to be careful of the high heat.

4. Perfect Pairing with Yeontae-goryang

For the drink, I chose Yeontae-goryang(연태고량). This restaurant offers the specific type of Yeontae-goryang(연태고량) that I prefer, which is not always easy to find elsewhere. The clean aroma of the liquor paired beautifully with the savory flavor of the grilled lamb.

A bottle of **Yeontae-goryang(연태고량)** to accompany the meal.

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The lamb skewers cooking beautifully over the charcoal.

Perfectly cooked skewers ready to be enjoyed.

5. Discovering Liuroudan and Bonus Service

I also tried Liuroudan(류육단) for the first time. It is a dish made by frying pork loin and sautéing it in a Chinese-style sauce. Additionally, I added one more serving of Yang-galbi(양갈비) and received a complimentary dish of Geon-dubu-bokkeum(건두부볶음) as a service. It was a truly satisfying and full meal.

**Liuroudan(류육단)**, a delicious sautéed pork loin dish.

An additional serving of succulent **Yang-galbi(양갈비)**.

Complimentary **Geon-dubu-bokkeum(건두부볶음)** provided as a service.

Glossary: Korean Terms in This Post

Gimpo(김포): A city in Gyeonggi Province, South Korea.
Yangchon-eup(양촌읍): The town where the restaurant is located.
Chowon Yang-kkochi(초원양꼬치): The name of the lamb skewer restaurant.
Yang-galbi-kkochi(양갈비 꼬치): Skewers made from lamb ribs.
Yeontae-goryang(연태고량): A popular Chinese distilled liquor (Kaoliang).
Liuroudan(류육단): Sautéed deep-fried pork loin.
Yang-galbi(양갈비): Lamb ribs.
Geon-dubu-bokkeum(건두부볶음): Stir-fried dried tofu.