Baked Tteokbokki

Baked Tteokbokki is a delightful twist on the traditional Korean street food, featuring chewy rice cakes baked in a savory and spicy sauce. This high-protein version incorporates chicken and vegetables, making it a hearty and satisfying dish that's perfect for any meal.

Ingredients

• Korean rice cakes - 200 grams
• Cooked chicken breast, shredded - 150 grams
• Gochujang (Korean chili paste) - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Honey - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic, minced - 2 cloves
• Green onions, chopped - 2 stalks
• Carrot, julienned - 50 grams
• Bell pepper, sliced - 50 grams
• Cheddar cheese, shredded - 100 grams
• Water - 200 milliliters
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the gochujang, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, and minced garlic to create the sauce.
3. Add the shredded chicken, rice cakes, carrot, bell pepper, and half of the chopped green onions to the bowl and mix well until everything is coated in the sauce.
4. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and pour the water over it to ensure the rice cakes cook properly.
5. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
6. After 15 minutes, remove the foil and stir the mixture gently, then sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top.
7. Bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. Remove from the oven and garnish with the remaining green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 8 g
• Sodium: 900 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from chicken, promoting muscle repair and growth.
• Contains vegetables that provide vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.

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