Korean Rice Cakes Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Soak the rice cakes in cold water for about 30 minutes to soften them.
• STEP 2.Prepare the sauce or broth for the desired dish, such as spicy gochujang sauce for Tteokbokki or beef broth for Tteokguk.
• STEP 3.Add the soaked rice cakes to the sauce or broth and cook until they become soft and chewy, usually for about 5-10 minutes.
• STEP 4.Serve the cooked rice cakes hot as a main dish or as an ingredient in other Korean recipes.

Cooking Tips

• If the rice cakes are too hard, you can boil them for a few minutes before adding them to the sauce or broth.
• For Tteokbokki, you can add other ingredients like fish cakes, vegetables, or boiled eggs to enhance the flavor.
• To prevent the rice cakes from sticking together, you can lightly coat them with a small amount of oil before cooking.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover cooked rice cakes can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• When reheating, you can steam them or microwave them with a little water to maintain their chewy texture.
• Korean Rice Cakes are commonly served as a main dish or as a side dish with other Korean dishes.