Dak Galbi

Dak Galbi is a flavorful and spicy Korean stir-fry dish featuring marinated chicken cooked with vegetables and rice cakes. It’s a high-protein meal that’s perfect for a satisfying lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

• Chicken thigh, boneless - 300 grams
• Gochujang (Korean chili paste) - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic, minced - 3 cloves
• Ginger, minced - 1 teaspoon
• Honey - 1 tablespoon
• Cabbage, chopped - 100 grams
• Carrot, julienned - 50 grams
• Zucchini, sliced - 100 grams
• Green onion, chopped - 2 stalks
• Rice cakes (tteok) - 150 grams
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Cooking oil - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine gochujang, soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, ginger, and honey. Mix well to create a marinade.
2. Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and add them to the marinade. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
3. Heat cooking oil in a large pan or wok over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for about 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
4. Add the chopped cabbage, julienned carrot, and sliced zucchini to the pan. Stir-fry for another 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
5. Add the rice cakes to the pan and stir well to combine. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the rice cakes to heat through.
6. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 8 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

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

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