No. 12,106 in Korean
누룩
"누룩" is "fermentation starter or yeast used in brewing."
In a sentence
누룩은 발효 과정을 돕는 중요한 재료입니다.
Nuruk is an essential ingredient that aids the fermentation process.
누룩 here is used to refer specifically to the yeast starter used in traditional Korean fermentation.
이 막걸리에는 전통적인 누룩이 사용되었습니다.
Traditional Nuruk was used in the making of this Makgeolli.
누룩 is highlighted as a key traditional component in the production of Korean rice wine.
누룩이 없는다면 발효가 제대로 진행되지 않을 것입니다.
Without nuruk, fermentation would not proceed properly.
누룩 is emphasized as an indispensable element in fermentation.
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