Hansik of The Day(Ep.12) Dongji, Patjuk _ Full Episode

On Dongji day, the shortest day and longest night of the year, Koreans always have patjuk, red bean porridge.
It is a seasonal food that is said to repel bad energy and evil spirits, bringing about a long and happy life.
On Dongji Day, Buddhists in Korea share patjuk together after praying at the temple, believing that the porridge will dispel the bad luck of the past year and bring good luck in the coming year.
Other seasonal dishes enjoyed during Dongji day include red bean rice cakes called pat-siru-tteok and cold noodles served with radish juice kimchi called dongchimi. All of these foods are aimed at helping Koreans endure the long winter.
Dongji is the day to end a year and prepare for the next year.