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Tteokbokki (Spicy Korean Rice Cakes)

A traditional Korean dish featuring chewy rice cakes in a spicy, savory sauce.

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Korean
medium
29 min
4
nut-free
Prep: 5 min
Cook: 24 min
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Ethan Chlebowski
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Ingredients
  • 700 grams Water
  • 20 grams KombuDried kelp
  • 5 grams Bonito flakes
  • 100 grams GochujangKorean red chili paste
  • 5 grams GochugaruKorean red chili powder
  • 10 grams Sugar
  • Rice cakesKorean rice cakes
  • Green onions(optional)Chopped, for garnish
  • Sesame seeds(optional)Black and white, for garnish
Instructions
  1. 1

    Set a pan over medium heat with 700 grams of water and 20 grams of kombu. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes.

    10 min

  2. 2

    Remove kombu and add 5 grams of bonito flakes. Let sit for 3 minutes, then strain the stock.

    3 min

  3. 3

    Mix 100 grams of gochujang, 5 grams of gochugaru, and 10 grams of sugar until combined.

    2 min

  4. 4

    Return the dashi stock to a skillet and bring to a simmer. Add the red pepper paste and rice cakes. Cook while stirring occasionally for 10 to 12 minutes.

    12 min

  5. 5

    Serve the tteokbokki on a plate and top with green onions and sesame seeds.

    2 min

Equipment Needed
pan
skillet
strainer
bowl
spoon
Nutrition Estimate(medium confidence)
405
Calories
22g
Protein
000

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