Tteokbokki
Tteokbokki[edit | edit source]
Tteokbokki (___) is a popular Korean dish made from small-sized rice cakes called tteok, typically stir-fried in a spicy sauce. It is a beloved street food in South Korea and is known for its chewy texture and spicy, sweet flavor.
History[edit | edit source]
Tteokbokki has a long history in Korean cuisine, with its origins tracing back to the Joseon Dynasty. Originally, it was a part of royal court cuisine and was known as gungjung tteokbokki (__ ___), which was not spicy and included ingredients like soy sauce, beef, and vegetables.
The modern spicy version of tteokbokki is believed to have been created in the 1950s. It gained popularity as a street food in the 1970s and 1980s, becoming a staple in Korean markets and food stalls.
Ingredients and Preparation[edit | edit source]
The main ingredient in tteokbokki is garaetteok, a type of cylindrical rice cake. The dish is typically prepared by stir-frying the rice cakes with a sauce made from gochujang (Korean chili paste), soy sauce, sugar, and garlic. Additional ingredients may include fish cake, boiled eggs, and scallions.
There are many variations of tteokbokki, including rabokki, which includes ramyeon noodles, and gungmul tteokbokki, which is a soupier version of the dish.
Variations[edit | edit source]
- Rabokki: A combination of tteokbokki and ramyeon noodles, often including additional ingredients like fish cake and boiled eggs.
- Gungjung tteokbokki: A non-spicy version that uses soy sauce instead of gochujang, often including beef and vegetables.
- Cheese tteokbokki: A modern variation that includes melted cheese on top of the dish.
Cultural Significance[edit | edit source]
Tteokbokki is not only a popular street food but also a symbol of Korean culinary culture. It is commonly found in pojangmacha (street stalls) and bunsikjip (snack bars) across South Korea. The dish is often enjoyed as a casual meal or snack, especially among young people.
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References[edit | edit source]
- "Tteokbokki: A Spicy Korean Street Food." Korean Food Foundation. Retrieved from [1]
- "The History of Tteokbokki." Korea Tourism Organization. Retrieved from [2]
Gungmul Tteokbokki
Korean Snacks Tteokbokki
Ra-bokki
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