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Tteokbokki (Dukbokki)

Delicious Tteokbokki (Dukbokki) – Spice Up Your Dinner Tonight!

Tteokbokki, a beloved Korean street food, offers a flavorful mix of chewy rice cakes and spicy sauce, perfect for an easy dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tteokbokki
  • 300 grams Tteokbokki (Korean rice cakes) Choose frozen for authentic texture.
  • 100 grams Korean fish cakes Replace with fried tofu pockets for vegan option.
For the Broth
  • 2 cups Anchovy stock Use water for vegetarian option.
  • 1 piece Dried kelp Enhances umami flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Gochujang (Korean red chili paste) No substitutes for authenticity.
  • 1 tablespoon Gochugaru (Korean chili pepper flakes) Adjust according to spice level.
For Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Soy sauce Use gluten-free tamari for gluten-free option.
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Honey or maple syrup can be used as substitutes.
  • 1 tablespoon Toasted sesame oil Essential for nutty aroma.
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Scallions Freshly chopped for garnish.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds For added texture.

Equipment

  • medium pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium pot, combine 2 cups of anchovy stock and a piece of dried kelp. Bring to a boil, then reduce to low and simmer for about 10 minutes. Remove kelp afterwards.
  2. Add 2 tablespoons of gochujang, 1 tablespoon of gochugaru, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, and 1 tablespoon of sugar to the broth. Stir well and bring to a gentle boil.
  3. Introduce 300 grams of frozen Tteokbokki rice cakes to the sauce, cooking for about 8 to 10 minutes until soft and chewy.
  4. Add 100 grams of Korean fish cakes and cook for an additional 4 minutes, stirring regularly.
  5. Remove from heat, drizzle in 1 tablespoon of toasted sesame oil, and fold in 2 chopped scallions. Serve with a sprinkle of sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve immediately for best chewiness; leftovers can be refrigerated for 2-3 days but may lose texture.

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