A few weekends ago I got the chance to do something I've wanted to do for some time now. I had learned before coming to Korea that Koreans love to eat raw, still wiggling, octopus legs. I had to try it.
After a short subway ride from Bucheon, I arrived at Nolonggin Fish Market. I walked through the market for awhile, scoping out the different sea creatures and delicacies that were being offered. It wasn't long before I found what I was looking for. I bought a couple baby octopi and headed to a local restaurant to have the legs prepared.
A couple minutes later the plate of moving appendages was placed in front of me. I picked one up, dipped it in a red chili sauce, paused for a quick pic, and inserted the still squirming piece into my mouff. I tried to chew vigorously as instructed by my friend, but I guess I didn't get the job done cause almost instantly I felt the little bugger attach itself to the inside of my check with its suction cups. I chewed faster and swallowed. What an experience! It was the first time in my life I had eaten something that was still moving. What a strange and exhilerating experience!
Pre-bite
Life Lesson #14: Chew vigorously.
