Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pound of seafood (shrimp, squid, mussels)
- 1 pound of tteok (Korean rice cakes)
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons of gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 tablespoon of soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon of sugar
- 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
- 4 cups of water
- 1 scallion, chopped
- Sesame seeds for garnish
Special equipment needed:
- Large skillet or wok
- Wooden spoon or spatula
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Rinse the seafood and set aside.
2. Soak the tteok in cold water for 30 minutes.
3. In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
4. Add the sliced onion and minced garlic and sauté until the onion is translucent.
5. Add the gochujang, soy sauce, and sugar to the skillet and stir until the sauce is well combined.
6. Add the seafood to the skillet and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the seafood is cooked.
7. Drain the tteok and add it to the skillet along with 4 cups of water.
8. Bring the mixture to a boil and then reduce the heat to low.
9. Simmer for 10-15 minutes until the tteok is soft and the sauce has thickened.
10. Garnish with chopped scallion and sesame seeds.
Time:
Preparation time: 30 minutes
Cooking time: 20-25 minutes
Temperature:
Medium heat for sautéing and low heat for simmering.
Serving size:
4 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 300
Total fat: 7g
Saturated fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 150mg
Sodium: 800mg
Total carbohydrates: 42g
Dietary fiber: 2g
Total sugars: 8g
Protein: 18g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Any seafood can be used instead of the recommended ones.
- Chicken or beef can be used instead of seafood.
- Honey or maple syrup can be used instead of sugar.
Variations:
- Add vegetables such as carrots, cabbage, or zucchini to the skillet.
- Use different types of tteok such as sweet potato tteok or cheese tteok.
- Make it spicier by adding more gochujang or red pepper flakes.
Tips and tricks:
- Soaking the tteok in cold water helps to soften it and cook evenly.
- Stir-fry the seafood quickly to prevent it from becoming tough.
- Adjust the amount of gochujang and sugar to your personal taste.
Storage instructions:
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the seafood tteokbokki in a large bowl or individual bowls.
Garnishes:
Garnish with chopped scallion and sesame seeds.
Pairings:
Serve with a side of kimchi and steamed rice.
Suggested side dishes:
- Korean-style fried chicken
- Japchae (Korean stir-fried noodles)
- Korean-style pancakes (jeon)
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the sauce is too thick, add more water to the skillet.
- If the tteok is too hard, soak it in warm water for a longer period of time before cooking.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure the seafood is fresh and properly cooked before consuming.
- Store any leftovers in the refrigerator and consume within 3 days.
Food history:
Tteokbokki is a popular Korean street food made with chewy rice cakes and a spicy sauce. Seafood tteokbokki is a variation that includes seafood such as shrimp, squid, or mussels.
Flavor profiles:
Spicy, savory, and slightly sweet.
Serving suggestions:
Serve hot as a main dish or as a snack.
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Region: South Korean