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Spicy Tteokbokki with Quail Eggs

Chewy Korean rice cakes coated in a fiery gochujang glaze with soft quail eggs. Ready in 15 minutes — the ultimate street-food craving at home.

Total time
15 min
Servings
2
Calories
320
Protein
8g
Spicy Tteokbokki with Quail Eggs
comfortquickkoreanvegetarianvegetarianchewytenderweeknight

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Bring water to a boil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat, about 2 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Whisk gochujang and sugar into the boiling water until smooth and no lumps remain.

  3. Step 3

    Add rice cakes and quail eggs to the sauce, stirring gently to coat.

  4. Step 4

    Simmer uncovered for 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens and rice cakes are tender.

  5. Step 5

    Fold in scallion, stir once, and remove from heat immediately.

  6. Step 6

    Divide between bowls and pour extra sauce over top. Serve hot.

Tools you’ll need

  • medium skillet (10–12 inch)
  • whisk
  • wooden spoon or silicone spatula

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