Tteokguk Noodles

Tteokguk Noodles is a delightful and healthy Korean pasta dish that combines the chewy texture of rice cakes with fresh vegetables and a savory broth. This comforting meal is perfect for a quick dinner while being nourishing and satisfying.

Ingredients

• Rice cakes (tteok) - 200 grams
• Low-sodium vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Zucchini - 1 small, julienned
• Spinach - 50 grams, roughly chopped
• Mushrooms (shiitake or button) - 100 grams, sliced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a large pot, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
2. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook until they are soft, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Add the soy sauce, carrots, and zucchini, and cook for another 5 minutes.
4. Stir in the rice cakes and cook for an additional 5 minutes or until the rice cakes are tender.
5. Add the chopped spinach and green onions, cooking for 2 more minutes until the spinach wilts. Adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper as desired.
6. Serve the Tteokguk Noodles hot in bowls, garnished with extra green onions if preferred.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 9 g
• Carbs: 58 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from vegetables, which help fight inflammation.
• Low in calories while providing essential nutrients and fiber for digestive health.

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