Teokbokki

Discover the irresistible flavor of Teokbokki, a beloved Korean street food dish that combines the chewy goodness of rice cakes with a bold, umami-packed sauce. This quick and easy recipe features softening Korean rice cakes and tender fish cakes simmered in a fiery blend of gochujang (Korean red chili paste), gochugaru (chili flakes), soy sauce, and a touch of sweetness. The vibrant sauce clings to every bite, delivering a perfect balance of spicy, savory, and slightly sweet flavors. Garnished with fresh green onions and nutty sesame seeds, this one-pan dish is the ultimate comfort food for spice lovers. Ready in just 30 minutes, Teokbokki makes for a crowd-pleasing appetizer, snack, or even a main dish when paired with steamed rice or veggies.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Korean rice cakes
• 200 grams Fish cakes
• 3 tablespoons Gochujang (Korean red chili paste)
• 1 tablespoon Gochugaru (Korean red chili flakes)
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Sugar
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cups Water
• 2 Green onions, chopped
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds

Directions

Step 1

Soak the Korean rice cakes in warm water for about 10 minutes if they are hard. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

Cut the fish cakes into bite-sized triangles or rectangles.

Step 3

In a large pan or skillet, combine gochujang, gochugaru, soy sauce, sugar, minced garlic, and water. Stir until well mixed.

Step 4

Bring the sauce mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to medium heat.

Step 5

Add the soaked rice cakes to the sauce. Cook for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rice cakes have softened and absorbed flavor.

Step 6

Add the fish cakes and continue to cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking.

Step 7

If the sauce reduces too much and becomes too thick, add a little more water to loosen it to desired consistency.

Step 8

Once the rice cakes and fish cakes are cooked through and the sauce is thickened, remove from heat.

Step 9

Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Step 10

Serve hot and enjoy your spicy and sweet teokbokki!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1503.8 grams (1503.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1869

Total Fat 29.90g	38%
Saturated Fat 5.70g	29%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.10g
Cholesterol 120mg	40%
Sodium 3282mg	143%
Total Carbohydrate 351.50g	128%
Dietary Fiber 18.10g	65%
Total Sugars 49.50g
Protein 61.80g	124%

Vitamin D 30IU	150%
Calcium 343mg	26%
Iron 11mg	59%
Potassium 1617mg	34%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 14.0%

Protein: 12.9%

Carbs: 73.1%