Okdongsik has defined its own refined take on dwaeji gukbap, offering a light, clean broth reminiscent of gomtang. Made from the ham and foreleg of native Korean black pigs raised on Jirisan Mountain, the broth is subtle yet elegant in flavour. Prepared using the toryeom method,repeatedly pouring hot broth over the rice,each grain comes alive, enhancing the dish's depth. The house dipping sauce complements paper-thin slices of pork beautifully. Delicately crafted kimchi dumplings complete the comforting dining experience. Chef Ok Dong-sik competed as a Black Spoon on Netflix's Culinary Class Wars under the nickname "Dweji-Gomtang in NY."