Nokdu Bindaetteok Rice

Nokdu Bindaetteok Rice is a delightful Korean dish featuring mung bean pancakes served with seasoned rice, packed with protein and flavor. This dish is not only nutritious but also a perfect balance of textures and tastes.

Ingredients

• Mung beans - 100 grams
• Water - 500 ml (for soaking and blending)
• Cooked rice - 300 grams (preferably short-grain)
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Green onions - 2 stalks, chopped
• Carrot - 1 small, grated
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Vegetable oil - for frying
• Sesame seeds - for garnish

Steps

1. Soak the mung beans in water for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.
2. Drain the soaked mung beans and blend them with 250 ml of fresh water until smooth.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine the mung bean mixture with cooked rice, sesame oil, chopped green onions, grated carrot, minced garlic, soy sauce, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
4. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add a little vegetable oil.
5. Pour a ladleful of the mung bean and rice mixture into the skillet, spreading it into a pancake shape. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
6. Repeat with the remaining mixture, adding more oil as needed.
7. Serve the Nokdu Bindaetteok pancakes hot, garnished with sesame seeds and accompanied by additional soy sauce for dipping.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 7 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from mung beans, promoting muscle health.
• Rich in dietary fiber, aiding digestion and promoting gut health.

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