Spicy Korean Rice Cakes (Tteokbokki)
Spicy Korean Rice Cakes, or Tteokbokki, are a delightful combination of chewy rice cakes and a rich, spicy-sweet sauce that will tantalize your taste buds. This beloved Korean street food is simple to prepare at home, making it perfect for cozy nights or vibrant gatherings. Enjoy the explosion of flavors and textures in every bite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Korean rice cakes (Tteok)
- 3 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 cups water (adjust for sauce consistency)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 4 ounces fish cake (or tofu for vegetarian option), sliced
- 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Soak the rice cakes in warm water for 20-30 minutes if dried to soften.
- In a large pan over medium heat, combine water, gochujang, sugar, and sesame oil until bubbling.
- Add soaked rice cakes and simmer for 10-15 minutes until they absorb the sauce.
- Stir in sliced fish cake (or tofu) and green onions, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with more gochujang or sugar as desired.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra green onions if preferred.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg