Spicy and Sweet Gochujang Tteokbokki Recipe
The Best Taste at Home! Super Simple Gochujang Tteokbokki Golden Recipe
I made tteokbokki after a long time! It’s been ages since I last made it, and it turned out incredibly delicious, so I wanted to share it with all of you. Introducing a simple and tasty method for making gochujang tteokbokki that you can enjoy at home. You can make it easily with just a few ingredients!
Basic Tteokbokki Ingredients- Tteokbokki rice cakes, 2-3 servings (adjust quantity to your preference)
- Square fish cakes, 2 sheets
- Green onion, 1/2 stalk
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, lightly rinse the tteokbokki rice cakes under running water to prepare them. If they are stuck together, gently separate them and place all of them into the pan.
Step 2
Pour 2 cups of water into the pan, using a standard paper cup as measurement. Make sure to add enough water so the rice cakes can cook thoroughly.
Step 3
Cut the square fish cakes into bite-sized pieces (e.g., triangles or strips) and add them to the pan along with the rice cakes.
Step 4
Now it’s time to add the key seasonings for flavor. Add 1 tablespoon of gochujang. While 1 tablespoon is standard, you can add more if you like it spicier, or reduce the amount if you’re making it for children or prefer a milder taste. 🙂
Step 5
Add 1 tablespoon of gochugaru (Korean chili powder) to give it a nice kick and vibrant color. You can use either fine or coarse gochugaru.
Step 6
Add 1 tablespoon of soy sauce for an umami boost. Use regular soy sauce (jin-ganjang), not soup soy sauce (guk-ganjang).
Step 7
Add 3 tablespoons of oligosaccharide for the sweetness of the tteokbokki. You can substitute with corn syrup or sugar, but oligosaccharide is recommended for its glossiness and smooth sweetness. Adjust the sweetness to your liking.
Step 8
Finally, add a little minced garlic for an aromatic touch. Be careful not to add too much, as it can overpower the flavor.
Step 9
Combine all ingredients and seasonings, and bring to a boil over high heat. Once the rice cakes become soft and the sauce starts to thicken, reduce the heat to medium-low and let it simmer until the sauce coats the rice cakes well. While the rice cakes are cooking, thinly slice the green onion on an angle. When the tteokbokki is almost done, add the sliced green onion and season with a pinch of salt to adjust the taste. Be careful not to make it too salty!
Step 10
Ta-da! Your spicy and sweet gochujang tteokbokki is now ready. Look at that glossy, appetizing appearance! It’s truly delicious and will melt away your stress with every bite. It’s the best! ^^
Step 11
This recipe is incredibly simple, making it perfect for busy days. The best part is that you can enjoy delicious tteokbokki without needing many special ingredients.
Step 12
This gochujang tteokbokki is delicious on its own, but you can make it even more satisfying by adding ingredients like hard-boiled eggs, dumplings, or instant noodles. Try making this delicious gochujang tteokbokki as a snack or meal today! You’ll definitely be satisfied.
