Korean cuisine is delightful, and if you haven’t tried a Korean dish, you’re really missing out.
There are so many wonderful options to choose from – from Bibimbap to Jajangmyeon; there are so many recipes from this part of the world that will delight your senses.
One type of Korean food that is loved the world over is rice cakes.
Korean rice cakes can be enjoyed both as a sweet and savory dish, and there are plenty of variations to suit your mood.
If you want to try to make some Korean rice cakes at home, we’ve got you covered.
We have put together a list of our favorite 11 recipes with rice cakes, so read on to see which one tempts you the most.
Popular Korean Rice Cake Recipes
From spicy Tteokbokki all the way to Tteok Kkochi, there are so many wonderful Korean rice cake recipes for you to try.
Below, you will find a list of popular Korean rice cake recipes that you can make at home – which one will you try first?
Tteokbokki is arguably the most well-known kind of rice cake in Korea. It is a spicy dish made using gochujang, which is a kind of Korean red chili paste.
The beauty of this umami-rich dish is that it can be enjoyed in a variety of different ways. You can enjoy it how it is, or you can make it less spicy. You can add meat or fish to it, or you can take these ingredients away – we particularly enjoy the addition of fish cakes featured in this particular recipe, though.
You can experiment with Tteokbokki to suit your own tastes, so don’t be afraid to play around with it. Trying new foods should be fun!
Rice cakes and soup are beloved in Korea, and this recipe really takes that pairing to the next level.
Duk Mandu Guk is also known as Korean rice cake and dumpling soup, and it takes everything you will love about Tteokguk but adds delicious fluffy dumplings! What more could you want?
It is filling in all the right ways, and it is wonderfully comforting, simmered in beef broth to really bring out all of the flavors.
This dish is a well-known street food delicacy in Korea that is loved by locals and tourists alike. If you only try one recipe on this list, it has to be this one.
These Korean street food skewers take spicy rice cakes and turn them into deliciously crisp skewers. They are coated in a fantastic gochujang sauce that is both sweet and spicy.
What makes this recipe even better is that it only takes 10 minutes to make, so you can have a batch ready to eat in no time at all.
If you want to really impress your loved ones, serve this at your next party.
Sweet Korean Rice Cake Recipes
So far, we’ve focused on the divine savory options for Korean rice cake recipes, but fear not, there’s more to come.
If you have more of a sweet tooth, then you are going to love these recipes that we have put together for you. Your sweet tooth will thank us too!
If you are in the mood for some sweet rice cakes, take your pick from the amazing recipes below.
More commonly referred to as half-moon rice cakes, these little pouches are full of delight and flavor.
Typically, this dish made of rice cakes is stuffed with sweet fillings such as sweetened sesame seeds. But you can go off-recipe a bit and add in some of your own favorite sweet ingredients if you feel compelled to.
In Korea, Songpyeon is made for Chuseok- a 3 day holiday that celebrates the year’s harvest, but you can enjoy them at any time.
The end result of this recipe is a very aesthetically pleasing snack!
Our Favorite Savory Korean Rice Cake Recipes
We’ve got another selection of savory Korean rice cake recipes for you to sink your teeth into.
Whether you want something meaty or something that’s more suitable for a vegetarian diet, there are plenty of savory rice cake recipes for you to try.
We think all of the below recipes are fantastic, but we have a particular soft spot for cheesy Korean rice cakes.
If you love Tteokbokki, then you are going to love this cheesy twist on the original recipe.
Not only is this dish full of spice from the gochujang, but it is also loaded with tangy cheese that really takes the dish to the next level; we just love how the cheese balances the heat wonderfully.
If you want a fun way to get your veggies in, this is the perfect dish to add them to.
This recipe is perfect for those days when you want something with the perfect balance of sweet and savory.
You can enjoy these sweet, spicy, and savory Korean rice cakes as they are, but they pair beautifully with rice or in a stir fry. Like most of the other recipes on this list, you can really experiment with the flavors here.
You can also swap the tofu out for some beef if you want something a bit more meaty.
Made with Korean rice cakes, instant ramen noodles, fish cake, cabbage, green onion, and boiled eggs, rabokki is a tasty dish that is full of incredible flavors that blend seamlessly.
The sauce in rabokki is made from soy sauce, sugar, gochugaru, minced garlic, honey or rice syrup, and gochujang, which only adds to the overall flavor even more.
This dish can be complicated to make, but this particular recipe simplifies it so you can make rabokki at home for yourself.
Final Thoughts
Rice cakes are delicious and versatile; they work as both a sweet and savory dish. They aren’t too complicated to make either, and there’s a flavor option for everyone.
Whether you’re inspired by a street food staple, a comforting soup, or a quick and easy sweet rice cake, we’re sure there’s something on this list you can get your teeth into.
Try some of these Korean rice cake recipes today and see which ones you enjoy the most.
Korean rice cakes can be enjoyed as they are, but there are a few things you can add to make a meal out of them. Some of the most popular choices include stir-fried noodles and rice.
Are Korean Rice Cakes Healthy?
Generally, Korean rice cakes are considered to be healthy. They are made with simple and healthy ingredients and are usually allergen-free, and most rice cake recipes are vegetarian and vegan-free. If you make them at home, you can also make sure you know what is going on in them.
Why Are My Korean Rice Cakes Falling Apart?
If you find that your rice cakes are falling apart, this is usually a sign that you have overcooked the rice. To avoid this, soak your rice cakes for 30 minutes before cooking. This should help the rice cakes stay soft and be more pliable.
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