Korean Tteokbokki with Spicy Gochujang Sauce and Fish Cakes
Tteokbokki is a popular Korean street food made with chewy rice cakes and a spicy, savory gochujang sauce. Ready in 30 minutes.
Tteokbokki offers a delightful blend of chewy texture and spicy flavor. This dish is a staple in Korean street food culture.
Why This Recipe Works
Chewy Rice Cakes: Rice cakes absorb the sauce beautifully, providing a satisfying texture.
Spicy Sauce: Gochujang brings depth and heat, perfectly complementing the mild fish cakes.
Quick Cooking: The entire dish cooks in under 30 minutes, making it a fast, flavorful meal.
Chef's Pro Tip: Adjust the spiciness by adding more or less gochujang according to your taste preference.
Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
20 min
Total Time
30 min
Servings
Ingredients
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Directions
- 1
Soak the rice cakes in warm water for 10 minutes to soften them before cooking.
- 2
In a large pan, combine water, gochujang, soy sauce, sugar, and garlic over medium heat.
- 3
Stir the sauce until it’s well mixed and begins to simmer, about 3 minutes.
- 4
Add the softened rice cakes and fish cakes to the sauce, stirring to coat well.
- 5
Cook for 10-15 minutes until the rice cakes are heated through and the sauce thickens.
- 6
Drizzle sesame oil over the tteokbokki and sprinkle with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.
- 7
Serve hot, garnished with additional green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
fat
5g
carbs
65g
fiber
2g
sodium
700mg
protein
12g
calories
350
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