Sweet & Savory Stir-Fried Fish Cakes (Eomuk Bokkeum) – The Golden Recipe
The Ultimate Korean Staple: Deliciously Sweet and Savory Stir-Fried Fish Cakes (+ Video)
A quintessential Korean side dish, Eomuk Bokkeum! Its irresistible sweet and savory flavor makes it a crowd-pleaser every single time. Perfect for any meal!*
Main Ingredients- 200g square fish cakes (eomuk)
- 1 green bell pepper
- 1/2 onion
Seasoning Ingredients- 0.5 Tbsp sugar
- 1.5 Tbsp soy sauce
- 0.5 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp corn syrup (or rice syrup)
- Pinch of black pepper
- Pinch of sesame seeds
- 0.5 Tbsp sugar
- 1.5 Tbsp soy sauce
- 0.5 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp corn syrup (or rice syrup)
- Pinch of black pepper
- Pinch of sesame seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Cut the square fish cakes into bite-sized pieces (about 2-3 cm). If you prefer, you can briefly blanch them in boiling water to remove excess oil, then drain. Wash the bell pepper and onion, remove the seeds from the pepper, and julienne both into similar lengths and thickness (about 0.5 cm).
Step 2
In a small bowl, combine the minced garlic (0.5 Tbsp), sugar (0.5 Tbsp), corn syrup (1 Tbsp), and soy sauce (1.5 Tbsp). Stir well until the sugar is dissolved to create the seasoning sauce. This balanced sauce is key to the delicious flavor!
Step 3
Heat 1 tablespoon of cooking oil in a non-stick pan over medium-low heat. Add the julienned onion and stir-fry for about 5 minutes until it becomes translucent. Sautéing the onion first will bring out its natural sweetness.
Step 4
Once the onion is translucent, add the cut fish cakes to the pan. Continue to stir-fry, ensuring the fish cakes don’t stick to the bottom of the pan.
Step 5
When the fish cakes are heated through, pour in the prepared seasoning sauce. Add the julienned bell pepper. Stir constantly for about 3-5 minutes until the sauce has coated everything evenly and is slightly reduced. Finish by sprinkling in a pinch of black pepper and some sesame seeds. Your delicious Eomuk Bokkeum is ready!
Step 6
The combination of tender fish cakes and crisp bell peppers creates a delightful texture and flavor contrast. While it’s a common side dish, this recipe will elevate it to a truly special and mouthwatering experience.
Step 7
Easy to make and always a comforting addition to any meal, this is the golden recipe for Eomuk Bokkeum. Enjoy your delicious homemade meal and have a wonderful day 🙂
