Gochujang Snack

Gochujang Snack is a spicy and savory Korean treat, perfect for satisfying your snack cravings with a burst of flavor. This gluten-free dish features crispy rice cakes coated in a delicious gochujang sauce, providing a delightful combination of heat and umami.

Ingredients

• Rice cakes - 200 grams
• Gochujang (Korean red chili paste) - 2 tablespoons
• Honey - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Soy sauce (gluten-free) - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic (minced) - 1 clove
• Spring onions (sliced) - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Vegetable oil - for frying

Steps

1. In a bowl, mix together gochujang, honey, sesame oil, soy sauce, and minced garlic to create the sauce.
2. Heat a pan over medium heat and add a little vegetable oil.
3. Fry the rice cakes in the pan for about 3-4 minutes on each side until they are golden and crispy.
4. Once the rice cakes are cooked, remove them from the pan and place them in a mixing bowl.
5. Pour the gochujang sauce over the hot rice cakes and toss until they are well coated.
6. Transfer the coated rice cakes to a serving plate.
7. Garnish with sliced spring onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Contains antioxidants from gochujang that may help boost metabolism.
• Provides a good source of energy from rice cakes, making it a satisfying snack.

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