Low Sodium Tteok-bokki
Experience the bold, spicy flavors of Korea in a heart-healthy way with this Low Sodium Tteok-bokki recipe! Perfect for fans of traditional Korean street food, this version reimagines the iconic stir-fried rice cakes using low-sodium ingredients like vegetable stock, gochujang, and soy sauce, making it ideal for those watching their salt intake without sacrificing authentic taste. The velvety, spicy-sweet sauce clings to chewy rice cakes and optional fish cakes, all infused with the fragrant richness of sesame oil, garlic, and gochugaru. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy and nutrient-conscious comfort food shines as a one-pan appetizer, snack, or main dish. Garnished with fresh green onions and toasted sesame seeds, it’s a visually stunning feast for the senses! Perfect for creating a healthier take on tteok-bokki at home.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 g Korean rice cakes (tteok)
- 150 g Fish cakes (low sodium, optional)
- 3 cups Low-sodium vegetable stock
- 2 tbsp Low sodium gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1.5 tbsp Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1 tbsp Low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp Minced garlic
- 1 tbsp Brown sugar
- 3 stalks Green onions, chopped
- 1 tsp Sesame oil
- 1 tbsp Toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
1. If your rice cakes are refrigerated or frozen, soak them in warm water for 10-15 minutes until softened. Drain and set aside.
2. If using fish cakes, cut them into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
3. In a large skillet or shallow pan, bring the low-sodium vegetable stock to a simmer over medium heat.
4. Add the low-sodium gochujang, gochugaru, low-sodium soy sauce, minced garlic, and brown sugar to the stock. Stir well until the sauce is evenly combined.
5. Gently add the softened rice cakes and fish cakes (if using) to the pan. Stir to coat the rice cakes in the sauce.
6. Let the mixture simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rice cakes are tender and the sauce has thickened.
7. Stir in the sesame oil and half of the chopped green onions during the final minute of cooking.
8. Serve hot, garnished with the remaining green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Enjoy your low-sodium tteok-bokki!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1011 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.9 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.3 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 53 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 1676 mg | 73% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 146.3 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.3 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.7 g | ||
| Protein | 35.1 g | 70% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.4 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 198 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1090 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
