Korean Garaetteok (Long Cylinder-Shaped Rice Cake) Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a mixing bowl, combine rice flour, salt, and boiling water. Mix well until a smooth dough forms.
• STEP 2.Divide the dough into small portions and roll each portion into a long cylinder shape.
• STEP 3.Bring a pot of water to a boil and add the rice cakes. Cook for about 5-7 minutes or until they float to the surface.
• STEP 4.Remove the rice cakes from the boiling water and rinse them under cold water to prevent sticking.
• STEP 5.Garaetteok is now ready to be used in various Korean dishes like tteokbokki or tteokguk.
• STEP 6.To store, keep the rice cakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• STEP 7.When serving, reheat the rice cakes by steaming or briefly boiling them before adding to your desired dish.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to use boiling water to achieve the right consistency of the dough.
• If the dough is too sticky, lightly dust your hands with rice flour while shaping the rice cakes.
• To prevent the rice cakes from sticking together, rinse them under cold water after cooking.
• For a softer texture, soak the rice cakes in cold water for a few minutes before using them in a dish.

Storage and Serving

• Store the rice cakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheat the rice cakes by steaming or briefly boiling them before adding to your desired dish.
• Serve Garaetteok in popular Korean dishes like tteokbokki (spicy rice cake stir-fry) or tteokguk (rice cake soup).
• You can also enjoy Garaetteok in sweet dishes like tteokbokki with a sweet soy glaze or in a traditional dessert called injeolmi.