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Ggaennip Tteokbokki (깻잎 떡볶이) Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pound of rice cakes
- 1/2 cup of gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1/4 cup of soy sauce
- 1/4 cup of sugar
- 2 tablespoons of sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon of minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon of minced ginger
- 1/2 cup of water
- 1 bunch of perilla leaves (also known as sesame leaves or ggaennip)
- 1/2 cup of sliced scallions
- 1/2 cup of sliced carrots
- 1/2 cup of sliced onion
- 1/2 cup of sliced shiitake mushrooms
- 1/2 cup of sliced beef (optional)

Special equipment needed:
- Large skillet or wok
- Wooden spoon or spatula

Step-by-step instructions:
1. Soak the rice cakes in cold water for 30 minutes to soften them.
2. In a bowl, mix together the gochujang, soy sauce, sugar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and water to make the sauce.
3. Heat the skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add the beef (if using) to cook until browned.
4. Add the carrots, onion, and shiitake mushrooms to the skillet and cook until softened.
5. Drain the rice cakes and add them to the skillet along with the sauce. Stir everything together until the rice cakes are coated in the sauce.
6. Add the perilla leaves and scallions to the skillet and stir until everything is evenly distributed.
7. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rice cakes are cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
8. Serve hot.


- Time:
Preparation time: 40 minutes
- Cooking time: 20 minutes
5. Temperature:
- Medium-high heat
Serving size:
- 4 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 64g
- Protein: 10g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Sugar: 18g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of beef, you can use chicken, pork, or tofu.
- Instead of perilla leaves, you can use spinach or kale.

Variations:
- Add seafood like shrimp or squid for a seafood version.
- Use different vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini.
- Make it spicier by adding more gochujang or red pepper flakes.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to soak the rice cakes beforehand to ensure they cook evenly.
- Adjust the amount of sauce to your liking.
- If the sauce is too thick, add more water.

Storage instructions:
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat in the microwave or on the stove over low heat until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve in a large bowl with chopsticks and a spoon.

Garnishes:
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds or sliced scallions.

Pairings:
- Serve with a side of kimchi or pickled vegetables.

Suggested side dishes:
- Steamed rice
- Korean-style fried chicken
- Japchae (Korean stir-fried noodles)

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the rice cakes are too hard, soak them longer or boil them for a few minutes before adding them to the skillet.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the beef (if using) to an internal temperature of 165°F.

Food history:
- Tteokbokki is a popular Korean street food made with chewy rice cakes and a spicy sauce.

Flavor profiles:
- Spicy, savory, slightly sweet

Serving suggestions:
- Serve as a main dish for lunch or dinner.

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Region: South Korean

Taste: Spicy, Savory, Umami, Tangy, Sweet