Myeongtae (명태) is the Korean name for Alaska Pollock, the most popular fish in Korean cuisine. The word myeongtae specifically refers to the fish, rather than any of the derived products from it.
- Dongtae (동태) refers to frozen Alaska Pollock
- Saengtae (생태) refers to fresh Alaska Pollock, as a food
- Bugeo (북어) refers to fully dried Alaska Pollock
- Hwangtae (황태) refers to Alaska Pollock which is dried through a freeze-drying process in cold winter months. This produces a more intense flavor and dark yellow color.
- Kodari (코다리) refers to semi-dried Alaska Pollock