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sikhae (식해)
What is it? 
A Korean fermented fish dish from Hamgyeong-do. Made from unsold fish as a way to survive and preserve food.
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Fermented Seafood
Langague
Korean
Associated Countries
South Korea
North Korea
Related Terms
jeotgal (젓갈)
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