Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups of glutinous rice flour
- 1/2 cup of hot water
- 1/4 cup of finely chopped green onions
- 1 tablespoon of sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon of soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon of sugar
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- Cooking oil for pan-frying
Special equipment needed:
- Mixing bowl
- Steamer
- Non-stick pan
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine the glutinous rice flour and hot water. Mix until a dough forms.
2. Add the chopped green onions, sesame oil, soy sauce, sugar, and salt to the dough. Knead until well combined.
3. Divide the dough into small pieces and shape them into oval or round shapes.
4. Steam the shaped dough for 10-15 minutes until cooked through.
5. Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and add cooking oil.
6. Pan-fry the steamed tteok until golden brown on both sides.
7. Serve hot.
Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 25 minutes
Temperature:
Steamer: High heat
Pan-fry: Medium heat
Serving size:
4-6 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 200
Total fat: 4g
Saturated fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 500mg
Total carbohydrate: 38g
Dietary fiber: 1g
Sugar: 3g
Protein: 3g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Glutinous rice flour can be substituted with regular rice flour or wheat flour.
- Green onions can be substituted with chives or scallions.
- Soy sauce can be substituted with tamari or coconut aminos.
- Sugar can be substituted with honey or maple syrup.
Variations:
- Add minced garlic or ginger to the dough for extra flavor.
- Stuff the tteok with ground pork or beef for a meaty version.
- Top the tteok with sesame seeds or chopped peanuts for crunch.
Tips and tricks:
- Use hot water to make the dough easier to knead.
- Oil your hands before shaping the dough to prevent sticking.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when pan-frying the tteok to ensure even browning.
Storage instructions:
Store leftover tteok in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat the tteok in the microwave or steam them for a few minutes until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Arrange the tteok on a plate and garnish with extra chopped green onions and sesame seeds.
Garnishes:
Chopped green onions, sesame seeds, chopped peanuts
Pairings:
Green onion mujigae tteok pairs well with Korean side dishes such as kimchi, pickled vegetables, and stir-fried spinach.
Suggested side dishes:
Kimchi, pickled vegetables, stir-fried spinach
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the dough is too dry, add a little more hot water.
- If the tteok falls apart when pan-frying, try steaming them for a few more minutes to ensure they are fully cooked.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the tteok thoroughly to prevent foodborne illness.
- Store leftover tteok in the refrigerator and consume within 3 days.
Food history:
Mujigae tteok is a traditional Korean rice cake made with glutinous rice flour. It is often served as a snack or dessert and can be flavored with various ingredients such as green onions, red bean paste, or sesame seeds.
Flavor profiles:
Green onion mujigae tteok has a savory and slightly sweet flavor with a hint of sesame oil and soy sauce.
Serving suggestions:
Serve green onion mujigae tteok as a snack or appetizer with Korean side dishes and tea.
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Region: Korean