Tteokbokki
“Spicy Korean street food of chewy rice cakes simmered in a fiery gochujang sauce with fish cake and green onions.”
Gochujang
Sugar
Soy Sauce
Garlic
FishcakeWhere it comes from
Tteokbokki is a beloved Korean street food that emerged in the late 20th century, evolving from the royal court cuisine. This dish features chewy rice cakes simmered in a spicy gochujang sauce, often enjoyed as a quick snack or comfort food. Interestingly, its popularity skyrocketed in the 1970s, turning it into an iconic symbol of Korean street food culture.
On the Palate
What goes into it
How it's made
- 1
Begin by simmering rice cakes in water until they soften, creating that delightful chewiness.
- 2
In a separate pan, prepare a spicy sauce with gochujang, sugar, and water, allowing it to bubble and thicken.
- 3
Add the softened rice cakes and fish cakes to the sauce, stirring until well coated.
- 4
Finish with chopped green onions for freshness and serve hot, ideally from a street vendor's cart.
