Fiery Korean Spicy Rice Cakes, or Tteokbokki, is the ultimate street food experience. This dish features chewy cylindrical rice cakes enveloped in a thick, spicy, and slightly sweet gochujang sauce. The vibrant red color and addictive flavor make it a must-try for anyone who loves bold tastes.
Ingredient benefits
How the main ingredients in this dish support your health
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Korean tubular rice cakes (Tteok)
Rice cakes are a great source of carbohydrates, providing energy and a chewy texture that makes them satisfying.
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Gochujang (chili paste)
Gochujang adds a spicy kick and depth of flavor, while also containing beneficial ingredients like fermented soybeans.
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Green onion
Green onions add a fresh, mild onion flavor and are rich in vitamins A and C, supporting overall health.
Preparation
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Step 1 10 min
If your rice cakes are refrigerated or hardened, soak them in a bowl of warm water for about 10 minutes to soften them and remove excess starch. Drain the rice cakes before using them in the dish.
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Step 2 5 min
In a wide, shallow pan, bring the anchovy or kelp broth to a gentle boil over medium heat. Stir in the gochujang, gochugaru, sugar, and soy sauce, whisking until the broth transforms into a deep, vibrant red liquid. This should take about 5 minutes.
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Step 3 15 min
Add the softened rice cakes and sliced fish cakes to the pan with the sauce. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer continuously, stirring frequently to prevent sticking. Cook until the sauce reduces into a thick, glossy red glaze that coats every piece, which should take around 15 minutes.
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Step 4
Once the sauce has thickened, remove the pan from heat. Garnish the dish with chopped green onions for added flavor and freshness.
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Step 5
Serve the Fiery Korean Spicy Rice Cakes hot, enjoying the chewy texture of the rice cakes combined with the spicy and sweet sauce.
