Korean Shrimp Porridge (Juk) Korean Porridge (pronounced “jook” in Korean) is very easy-to-digest, filled with nutrition and easy to make in large batches. It’s the meal that’s always served at Korean hospitals or when you’re taking care of somebody at home. Since it’s a recovery meal, juk is typically prepared slightly bland – seasoned with only drizzle of soy sauce or salt. To compensate, the porridge is then served with saltier banchans like: Jangjorim, Kimchi and/or Jeotgal (Salted…