Spicy and Sweet Tteokbokki: The Beloved Korean Snack
Golden Recipe! The Ultimate Gochujang Tteokbokki Sauce for Perfect Results
Today, we’re making the universally loved Gochujang Tteokbokki! Get ready for a recipe that balances spicy, sweet, and savory flavors perfectly.
Main Ingredients- 200g Tteokbokki rice cakes (chewy or soft type)
- 10 mini dumplings (optional, add to your preference)
- 1/3 cup green onion, cut into large pieces
- 1/2 onion, thinly sliced
Golden Sauce- 300ml water
- 1 Tbsp Gochujang (Korean chili paste, generous)
- 3 Tbsp Oligodang (corn syrup, adjust sweetness)
- 1 Tbsp Gochugaru (Korean chili powder, for extra spice)
- 0.5 chicken stock cube (for umami boost!)
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce (for depth of flavor)
- Pinch of black pepper (for aroma)
- 300ml water
- 1 Tbsp Gochujang (Korean chili paste, generous)
- 3 Tbsp Oligodang (corn syrup, adjust sweetness)
- 1 Tbsp Gochugaru (Korean chili powder, for extra spice)
- 0.5 chicken stock cube (for umami boost!)
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce (for depth of flavor)
- Pinch of black pepper (for aroma)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Let’s start by making the delicious Tteokbokki sauce! In a pot, combine 300ml of water, 1 Tbsp Gochujang, 3 Tbsp Oligodang, 1 Tbsp Gochugaru, half a chicken stock cube, 1 Tbsp soy sauce, and a pinch of black pepper. Stir everything together over high heat until it comes to a boil.
Step 2
Once the sauce is rapidly boiling, add the large pieces of green onion and the sliced onion. Let them simmer in the sauce; the natural sweetness from the vegetables will enhance the overall flavor.
Step 3
After the vegetables have started to boil vigorously again, add the Tteokbokki rice cakes first. It’s a good idea to stir occasionally to prevent the rice cakes from sticking together as they cook.
Step 4
When the rice cakes become soft and have absorbed some of the sauce, add the mini dumplings. Continue to simmer over medium-low heat until the dumplings are cooked and the sauce reaches your desired consistency. If it becomes too thick, you can add a little more water.
Step 5
Once the Tteokbokki is deliciously simmered, transfer it to a serving bowl. It’s best enjoyed piping hot!
Step 6
For an even more delightful meal, especially during snack time or for dinner, enjoy your Tteokbokki with a side of Gimbap (seaweed rice rolls). The combination is always a winner!
