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Spicy Korean Rice Cakes (Tteokbokki)

Spicy Korean Rice Cakes, or Tteokbokki, deliver an exciting fusion of chewy rice cakes and a bold, spicy-sweet sauce that will whisk you away to the vibrant streets of Seoul. This dish is perfect for cozy evenings or festive gatherings, offering rich flavors and delightful textures. With its simple ingredients and quick preparation, Tteokbokki can be enjoyed as a satisfying snack or a colorful main course that everyone will love.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 4

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound Korean rice cakes (Tteok)
  • 5 ounces fish cake
  • 3 tablespoons Korean gochujang (red chili paste)
  • 1 tablespoon Korean red pepper flakes (gochugaru)
  • 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Soak the rice cakes in warm water for 30 minutes if they are dry.
  2. In a bowl, mix gochujang, soy sauce, brown sugar, gochugaru, and minced garlic until smooth.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat; stir-fry fish cakes for about 5 minutes until golden.
  4. Add soaked rice cakes and 1 cup of water to the pan; stir well.
  5. Pour the sauce mixture over the ingredients and mix thoroughly.
  6. Simmer on low-medium heat for about 10 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  • Author: Laura Lopez
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Stir-frying
  • Cuisine: Korean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (200g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 54g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating vegetables like cabbage or carrots into your Tteokbokki. Adjust spice levels by modifying the amount of gochujang or adding sliced fresh chilies.