Description
Rose Tteokbokki is a creamy and mildly spicy Korean dish featuring chewy rice cakes cooked in a rich and flavorful rose sauce made from a perfect blend of gochujang and cream. This comforting dish offers a delightful balance of heat and creaminess, ideal for a satisfying main course.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 300 g Korean rice cakes (tteok)
- 2 cups milk
- 1 tbsp gochujang (Korean red chili paste)
- 1 tbsp ketchup
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp sugar
Optional Ingredients
- 2 sausages or fish cakes, sliced (optional)
- 1 green onion, sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
- Soak Rice Cakes: If the rice cakes are hardened, soak them in warm water for about 10 minutes to soften and prepare them for cooking.
- Sauté Garlic: In a pan over medium heat, melt the butter then add the minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant and golden, which usually takes about 1-2 minutes.
- Add Liquids and Seasonings: Pour in the milk, then add gochujang, ketchup, and sugar. Stir the mixture well to combine all the flavors uniformly.
- Cook Rice Cakes: Add the soaked rice cakes to the pan. Simmer the mixture, stirring occasionally, until the rice cakes become soft and the sauce thickens, approximately 8-10 minutes.
- Add Cream and Optional Ingredients: Stir in the heavy cream to give the sauce a rich, creamy texture. If using, add sliced sausages or fish cakes, and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes until heated through and the sauce is creamy.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat, garnish with freshly sliced green onions, and serve the Rose Tteokbokki hot for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- You can adjust the spice level by reducing the amount of gochujang according to your preference.
- For extra richness and a cheesy twist, add shredded cheese on top just before serving.
- To make this dish vegetarian, simply omit the optional sausages or fish cakes.
- If rice cakes are very hard, longer soaking in warm water might be needed to soften them properly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Korean
