Spicy and Sweet Tteokbokki: A Family Favorite Recipe
Spicy and Sweet Tteokbokki
My children missed the tteokbokki I used to make, so I decided to whip up an even more delicious spicy and sweet version. This is perfect for when you crave a comforting, flavorful dish!
Tteokbokki Ingredients- 1 packet Cheese Rice Cakes (tteokbokki tteok) (approx. 250-300g)
- 1 packet Rice Cakes with Holes (tteokbokki tteok) (approx. 250-300g)
- 1 packet Fish Cakes (eomuk) (150-200g)
- 500ml Vegetable broth or Anchovy-Kelp broth
- 2 Tbsp Gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 Tbsp Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes, fine grind)
- 1 Tbsp Sugar
- 1 Tbsp Oligodang (corn syrup) or Mulyeot (starch syrup)
- 1 Tbsp Maesilcheong (plum extract)
- Plenty of Scallions (approx. 5-6 stalks)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Let’s dive into the delightful world of Spicy and Sweet Tteokbokki, a dish loved by the whole family!
Step 2
First, pour 500ml of your flavorful broth into a pot. Add the star of our spicy sauce: 2 tablespoons of gochujang, 1 tablespoon of fine gochugaru for a rich flavor, 1 tablespoon of sugar for sweetness, 1 tablespoon of oligodang (or corn syrup), and 1 tablespoon of maesilcheong (plum extract) for a sweet and tangy note. Stir well with a spoon to dissolve any clumps, ensuring the sauce base is smooth and well-mixed.
Step 3
Now, it’s time to prepare the rice cakes. We’re using both cheese-filled tteokbokki tteok and the traditional tteokbokki tteok with holes. To prevent them from sticking together and to ensure a clean sauce, lightly rinse the rice cakes under running water. Once rinsed, add them all into the pot with the prepared sauce.
Step 4
Let’s get the fish cakes ready! Cut them into bite-sized pieces. Rectangular fish cakes can typically be cut into 2-3 sections. Also, prepare the scallions by cutting them into 3-4cm lengths for a fresh aroma. Add the cut fish cakes and scallions into the pot with the rice cakes. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to low heat and simmer for about 5-7 minutes, allowing the sauce to coat the rice cakes and fish cakes evenly.
Step 5
The pièce de résistance for our tteokbokki! Fresh scallions add a wonderful aroma. In the final stage, generously add the plenty of chopped scallions. The fresh fragrance of the scallions will elevate the overall flavor of the tteokbokki. Simmer just a little longer until the scallions are slightly wilted.
Step 6
Finally, for an extra touch of nutty flavor and visual appeal, sprinkle some black sesame seeds on top. This optional step makes the dish even more inviting. (Optional)
Step 7
And there you have it – a wonderfully spicy and sweet tteokbokki is ready! Doesn’t the steam rising from the pot make you want to dig in? Enjoy a delicious mealtime with your loved ones!
