Vegetarian Fried Tteokbokki
Perfectly balancing bold Korean flavors with vibrant, colorful vegetables, this vegetarian fried tteokbokki is a delicious twist on the classic street food favorite. Made with irresistibly chewy Korean rice cakes stir-fried to golden perfection and smothered in a spicy-savory sauce crafted from gochujang, soy sauce, and gochugaru, this dish packs a delightful punch of umami heat. The sautéed garlic, onions, red bell peppers, carrots, and green onions add layers of texture and natural sweetness, while toasted sesame seeds offer a subtle nutty finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy vegetarian tteokbokki is an ideal choice for a satisfying weeknight dinner or a shareable appetizer with friends. Whether you're a fan of Korean cuisine or exploring it for the first time, this recipe is sure to please!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams Korean rice cakes (tteok)
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 3 large, minced Garlic cloves
- 1 medium, sliced Onion
- 1 medium, sliced Red bell pepper
- 1 medium, julienned Carrot
- 3 stalks, chopped Green onions
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Gochujang (Korean red chili paste)
- 1 tablespoon Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
- 1 cup Water
- 1 tablespoon, toasted Sesame seeds
Instructions
Soak the rice cakes in hot water for 10 minutes, then drain and set aside.
Heat vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Add onion slices, red bell pepper, and carrot to the pan. Stir-fry the vegetables for 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.
In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, gochujang, gochugaru, sugar, and water together to create the sauce.
Add the drained rice cakes to the pan with the vegetables and pour the sauce over everything.
Stir well to coat the rice cakes and vegetables evenly with the sauce. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Once the sauce has thickened and the rice cakes are soft and chewy, add the chopped green onions. Stir to combine.
Transfer to a serving dish, sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds, and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1130 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.5 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 18.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2556 mg | 111% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 188.2 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.2 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.1 g | ||
| Protein | 23.7 g | 47% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 192 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1329 mg | 28% | |
*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.
