Mild and Savory Ganjang Tteokbokki (Soy Sauce Rice Cakes)
A mild tteokbokki simmered in a savory soy sauce seasoning and anchovy broth instead of spicy red chili paste.
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This tteokbokki is simmered mild and savory using a soy sauce base instead of spicy gochujang. Without harsh or pungent seasonings, it makes a perfect snack for young children and older adults alike. Simply add the ingredients in order to the anchovy broth and simmer down until the sauce is shallow and reduced.
- Servings
- 2–3 servings
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Spiciness
- Not spicy
Ingredients
Ingredients
- Tteokbokki rice cakes20, 250 g
- Square fish cake (eomuk)2 sheets
- Cabbage1 leaf
- Carrot1/5
- Onion1/4
- Large green onion (daepa)1/2 stalk
- Anchovy broth1 cup
Seasoning
- Regular soy sauce (jin-ganjang)1.5(1 1/2)–2 tbsp
- Mirin (cooking rice wine)1 tbsp
- Corn syrup (mulyeot)1 tbsp
- Brown (dark brown) sugar (or black)1/2 tbsp
- Minced garlic1/2 tbsp
- Toasted sesame oil
- Toasted sesame seeds
- If the tteokbokki rice cakes are stiff, soak them in lukewarm water before using.
- You can use napa cabbage instead of cabbage.
Steps
1. If the tteokbokki rice cakes are stiff, soak them in lukewarm water before using.
Cut the fish cake into bite-sized pieces.
2. Slice the cabbage, carrot, onion, and large green onion as shown in the picture. You can use napa cabbage instead of cabbage.
3. Add all seasoning ingredients except the toasted sesame oil and toasted sesame seeds, bring to a rolling boil,
then add the rice cakes and carrot and boil until the rice cakes turn soft.
4. Add all the fish cake and vegetables, and boil until the vegetables soften.
5. Once the ingredients and seasoning blend together and the broth reduces to a shallow simmer...
If it tastes too bland, add more soy sauce.
6. Finish by adding the toasted sesame oil and toasted sesame seeds.
Ppunwife's tips
- If it tastes too bland, add more soy sauce.
FAQ
What should I do if the rice cakes are hard and stiff?
If the rice cakes have hardened, soak them briefly in lukewarm water before cooking so they soften properly during preparation.
Is there a vegetable I can substitute if I don't have cabbage?
If you do not have cabbage, you can slice and substitute regular napa cabbage instead.
How do I adjust the flavor if it tastes too bland after cooking?
Taste it once the broth has reduced down to a shallow liquid, and if it is too bland, simply stir in a little more regular soy sauce to season.
