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Korea's favorite budget meal 'gimbap' passes safety check but falls short on nutrition

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Korea's favorite budget meal 'gimbap' passes safety check but falls short on nutrition
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In the fluorescent-lit aisles of Korea’s ubiquitous convenience stores, the humble "gimbap," or seaweed rice roll, has long served as a lifeline for cash-strapped students, busy office workers and night-shift commuters. Priced between 2,800 and 3,600 won ($2 to $3), these tightly wrapped cylinders of rice, seaweed and various fillings offer an unbeatable combination of speed and affordability. Yet as inflation drives more diners away from traditional restaurants and toward budget-friendly grab-a

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