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Easy Tteokbokki (Spicy Korean Rice Cakes)

Irresistibly Easy Tteokbokki: Spicy Korean Rice Cakes Delight

Experience the joy of Easy Tteokbokki (Spicy Korean Rice Cakes) with this quick and comforting recipe.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 cups Anchovy Stock/Dashi Substitute with unsalted chicken stock or water for a milder flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Reduce to 1 tablespoon for less sweetness.
  • 1 tablespoon Gochugaru (Korean Chili Powder) Adjust based on spice tolerance.
  • 2 tablespoons Gochujang (Korean Red Chili Paste)
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Substitute with rice syrup or another liquid sweetener.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
For the Rice Cakes
  • 1 pound Korean Rice Cakes Defrost in warm water if frozen.
  • 1 cup Korean Fish Cakes Cut into bite-sized pieces or omit for vegetarian.
Garnish
  • 2 stalks Green Onion Freshly sliced.

Equipment

  • Large pan or wok

Method
 

Instructions
  1. If frozen, defrost the Korean rice cakes in a bowl of warm water for about 10 minutes.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine anchovy stock, soy sauce, gochugaru, gochujang, sugar, honey, and minced garlic, stirring until blended.
  3. Pour the stock into a large pan and heat over medium-high heat, bringing it to a gentle boil.
  4. Add the defrosted rice cakes along with the sauce mixture, stirring to coat evenly.
  5. Allow Tteokbokki to simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens.
  6. Add Korean fish cakes if using, stirring in after the Tteokbokki has simmered for 10 minutes, and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  7. Remove from heat, garnish with green onions, and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 9gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat on the stovetop with a splash of water to revive the sauce's flavor.

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