Gul Tteokbokki

Gul Tteokbokki is a delightful Korean dish that features chewy rice cakes simmered in a rich, spicy seafood sauce. This gluten-free version combines the umami of fresh seafood with the satisfying texture of tteokbokki, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

• Rice cakes (tteok) - 200 grams
• Squid, cleaned and sliced - 100 grams
• Shrimp, peeled and deveined - 100 grams
• Fish cake, sliced - 100 grams
• Korean gochujang (red chili paste) - 2 tablespoons
• Korean gochugaru (red chili flakes) - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic, minced - 2 cloves
• Water - 500 milliliters
• Soy sauce (gluten-free) - 1 tablespoon
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Green onions, chopped - 2 stalks
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Sesame seeds - 1 teaspoon (for garnish)

Steps

1. Soak the rice cakes in warm water for about 10-15 minutes to soften them, then drain.
2. In a pot, add 500 milliliters of water and bring to a boil. Add the minced garlic, gochujang, gochugaru, soy sauce, and sugar, stirring until the sauce is well combined.
3. Add the softened rice cakes to the pot and let them cook in the sauce for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Next, add the squid and fish cake to the pot, cooking for another 5 minutes until the squid is opaque.
5. Finally, add the shrimp and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through.
6. Stir in the chopped green onions and sesame oil, mixing well to incorporate.
7. Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds and extra green onions if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 80 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 5 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from seafood, which supports muscle health.
• Contains essential vitamins and minerals from green onions and seafood, boosting overall nutrition.

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