Samanco Explained

Samanco should not be confused with Samanco District.

Samanco is a South Korean brand of waffle-encased ice cream in the shape of a carp. It typically has an ice cream filling flavored with red bean paste, although other flavors such as chocolate and green tea also exist.[1]

The concept of the food is based on bungeo-ppang (carp bread, that fish being an auspicious symbol).[2] Bungeo-ppang itself is possibly descended from the dish taiyaki from Japan.[3]

Samanco is an emblematic summer fast food, and as of 2023 has achieved popularity in the West, where it is colloquially known as "ice cream fish".[4] [5]

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Enjoy Melona! . 2024-06-11 . www.melonaicecream.com.
  2. Web site: March 29, 2022 . Samanco Fish Ice Cream Review: The Delicious Fish-Shaped Ice Cream Treat From Korea .
  3. Web site: 김 . 지윤 . 2022-12-24 . 그냥 먹는 건 예의가 아니지… 엎치락뒤치락 익어가는 붕어빵 현대사 . 2024-06-11 . 경향신문 . ko.
  4. Web site: The Surprising History of Samanco Ice Cream Fish: From Classic Korean Treats to Global Sensations - FoodGoodBook | Best Food Review Portal. March 21, 2023.
  5. Web site: Where to buy Samanco ice cream?. April 28, 2024.