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Tteokbokki

Chewy rice cakes in a sweet-spicy gochujang sauce with fish cakes and scallions. A classic Korean street food that's surprisingly easy to make at home.

Total time
25 min
Servings
4
Calories
350
Protein
10g
Tteokbokki
comfort foodweeknightkoreanfishchewysaucycasual dinnerstir-fry

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    In a large skillet or pot, combine 2 cups water, 3 tbsp gochujang, 1 tbsp gochugaru, 1 tbsp sugar, and 1 tbsp soy sauce. Stir over medium heat until the sauce is smooth and bubbling, about 3 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Add 1 pound rice cakes and 8 ounces fish cakes to the sauce. Stir gently to coat everything evenly.

  3. Step 3

    Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to medium and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the rice cakes are soft and chewy and the sauce has thickened slightly, about 10-12 minutes.

  4. Step 4

    Slice 4 scallions into 2-inch pieces and add them to the pan. Stir and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the scallions are wilted but still bright green.

  5. Step 5

    Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot, directly from the pan or in a bowl, with extra sauce spooned over the top.

Tools you’ll need

  • Large skillet or pot
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Knife and cutting board

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