Han-u
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Han-u refers to a breed of cattle
raised in Korea
, (Bos taurus coreanae), which may be a hybrid derived from the cross-breeding of ("Bos taurus") and ("Bos indicus"). Its maternal lineage is taurus (European-type) cattle.
Its meat is a favored in South Korea
. Despite its high price, many Koreans prefer Han-u to cheaper imported beef as the former is regarded as fresher and of better quality. One scientific paper noted that "Hanwoo is regarded as a premium beef because of its high palatibility and desired chewiness". Since Koreans consider Hanu a cultural icon and one of the top-quality beefs of the world, it is used in traditional foods, popular holiday dishes, or as a special-day gift.
The county of Hoengseong is best known for its Hanu cattle, where the environment is perfect for cattle farming. The county began a strategic marketing campaign in 1995 to brand itself as the origin of the highest quality beef in Korea.
Cattle
Cattle are the most common type of large domesticated ungulates. They are a prominent modern member of the subfamily Bovinae, are the most widespread species of the genus Bos, and are most commonly classified collectively as Bos primigenius...
raised in Korea
Korea
Korea ) is an East Asian geographic region that is currently divided into two separate sovereign states — North Korea and South Korea. Located on the Korean Peninsula, Korea is bordered by the People's Republic of China to the northwest, Russia to the northeast, and is separated from Japan to the...
, (Bos taurus coreanae), which may be a hybrid derived from the cross-breeding of ("Bos taurus") and ("Bos indicus"). Its maternal lineage is taurus (European-type) cattle.
South Korea
The Republic of Korea , , is a sovereign state in East Asia, located on the southern portion of the Korean Peninsula. It is neighbored by the People's Republic of China to the west, Japan to the east, North Korea to the north, and the East China Sea and Republic of China to the south...
. Despite its high price, many Koreans prefer Han-u to cheaper imported beef as the former is regarded as fresher and of better quality. One scientific paper noted that "Hanwoo is regarded as a premium beef because of its high palatibility and desired chewiness". Since Koreans consider Hanu a cultural icon and one of the top-quality beefs of the world, it is used in traditional foods, popular holiday dishes, or as a special-day gift.
The county of Hoengseong is best known for its Hanu cattle, where the environment is perfect for cattle farming. The county began a strategic marketing campaign in 1995 to brand itself as the origin of the highest quality beef in Korea.