{
  "id": 19438949,
  "title": "From pork to tangerines: 3 foods to try on Jeju autumn trip",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/11/from-pork-to-tangerines-3-foods-to-try-on-jeju-autumn-trip-19438949",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-11T03:47:03.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Korea Times",
    "slug": "the-korea-times",
    "url": "https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/lifestyle/travel-food/20261111/from-pork-to-tangerines-3-foods-to-try-on-jeju-autumn-trip"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "For travelers visiting Jeju Island to witness the autumn scenery, sampling the island's local delicacies is a must. Three standout items that embody Jeju's culinary heritage are black pork, omegi-tteok, and a refreshing tangerine treat.\n\nBlack pork, the island's signature meat, holds a special place in Jeju's gastronomic culture. Unlike typical pig breeds, Jeju's black pigs boast intramuscular fat and red meat that yield a rich, savory flavor. Often served in thick cuts sold by the \"geun,\" a traditional Korean measurement equaling 600 grams, black pork is typically grilled over coal briquettes or charcoal and dipped in anchovy sauce, known locally as \"meljeot.\" Other beloved pork dishes include \"dombae gogi,\" boiled sliced pork on a wooden cutting board, and \"gogi guksu,\" noodles in a flavorful broth made from pork bones.\n\nDuring autumn, the island also offers the unique omegi-tteok, a millet and mugwort rice cake. As rice paddies are scarce on the volcanic island, millet was the primary grain staple for Jeju residents. To make omegi-tteok, sticky foxtail millet is transformed into a chewy, mildly pungent cake. The preparation process often involves brewing alcohol from millet due to its abundance, further showcasing Jeju's resourceful approach to utilizing local ingredients.",
  "summary": "Travelers heading to Jeju Island for a last look at this year’s autumn scenery can round out their trip with the island’s local specialties. Here are three food items that represent Jeju. Black pork Pork is Jeju’s signature meat, central to the island's food culture and long served at family occasions such as weddings and funerals. Today, the island’s black pigs are known to yield meat with more…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}