Rolled Fish Cake Rice with Garlic Soy Glaze
Creative Family Meal: ‘Rolled Fish Cake Rice with Garlic Soy Glaze’ using Eomuk!
Hello everyone! It’s been a while! Today, I’m participating in the Samjin Eomuk Recipe Contest with a delightful creation: ‘Rolled Fish Cake Rice with Garlic Soy Glaze.’ I’ve used their ‘Skewered Fish Cake’ to make this dish that’s perfect for the whole family, especially those with discerning tastes. This recipe transforms simple ingredients into a visually appealing and incredibly tasty meal. The combination of seasoned rice, fresh vegetables, savory Spam, and tender crab sticks, all rolled up in soft fish cake and lightly fried, then coated in a sweet and savory garlic soy glaze, is simply irresistible. It’s a fun and delicious way to enjoy fish cake and make any meal special!
Main Ingredients- Samjin Skewered Fish Cakes 2 sheets
- Fresh Perilla Leaves 2 leaves
- Cooked Rice 200g (approx. 1 bowl)
- Crab Sticks (imitation crab meat) 2 sticks
- Gimbap Style Pickled Radish 2 pieces
- Sliced Cheddar Cheese 2 slices
- Spam 30g
Garlic Soy Glaze- Soy Sauce 2 Tbsp
- Sugar 1 Tbsp
- Corn Syrup (or similar sweetener) 1 Tbsp
- Minced Garlic 1/2 Tbsp
- Potato Starch 5 Tbsp (for coating fish cake)
- Eggs 2 (for coating fish cake)
- Soy Sauce 2 Tbsp
- Sugar 1 Tbsp
- Corn Syrup (or similar sweetener) 1 Tbsp
- Minced Garlic 1/2 Tbsp
- Potato Starch 5 Tbsp (for coating fish cake)
- Eggs 2 (for coating fish cake)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, gently blanch the 2 sheets of skewered fish cake in boiling water. This softens them, making them easier to roll, and also removes any impurities.
Step 2
Cut the gimbap-style pickled radish into three equal pieces each. Aim for pieces that will fit nicely when rolled inside the fish cake.
Step 3
Dice the Spam into cubes that are similar in size to the cut pickled radish. Heat a non-stick pan over medium-low heat (no oil needed) and pan-fry the Spam until golden brown on all sides. This renders some of the fat and intensifies the flavor.
Step 4
Lay the blanched fish cake flat on your work surface.
Step 5
Place one perilla leaf evenly over the surface of the fish cake. The aromatic quality of the perilla will beautifully complement the other ingredients.
Step 6
Next, lay a slice of cheddar cheese on top of the perilla leaf. The melting cheese will help bind the layers together.
Step 7
Spread a layer of warm cooked rice evenly over the cheese. You can adjust the amount of rice to your preference, but ensure it’s a manageable layer for rolling.
Step 8
Arrange the cut pickled radish and the browned Spam pieces on top of the rice layer.
Step 9
Gently shred the crab sticks and tuck them in the spaces between the Spam and radish. This ensures a well-filled roll.
Step 10
Carefully roll the fish cake from one end to the other, enclosing all the fillings. Roll it firmly to create a compact log. Secure the roll with a toothpick inserted through the seam to prevent it from unraveling.
Step 11
Spread the potato starch evenly on a plate. Roll the prepared fish cake log in the starch, ensuring all sides are thoroughly coated. This coating will become wonderfully crispy when fried.
Step 12
In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs to create an egg wash. Dip the starch-coated fish cake log into the egg wash, ensuring it’s evenly coated. This adds richness and helps the coating adhere.
Step 13
Heat a generous amount of cooking oil in a pan over medium-low heat. Carefully place the egg-coated fish cake log in the hot oil and pan-fry until golden brown and crispy on all sides. Cook until the filling is heated through.
Step 14
While the fish cake is frying, let’s make the garlic soy glaze. In a small saucepan, combine the soy sauce, sugar, corn syrup, and minced garlic. Stir well.
Step 15
Bring the sauce to a simmer over medium heat, then reduce to low and let it thicken for about 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Be careful not to let it burn.
Step 16
Once the rolled fish cake is beautifully golden and crispy, place it on a serving plate. Drizzle generously with the prepared garlic soy glaze. Serve immediately and enjoy this delightful ‘Rolled Fish Cake Rice’!
