Hi everyone! I’m Jina, The Soulful Korean Mom living in the US. Today, I’m going to share a super easy, 15-minute Korean Tteokbokki (Spicy Rice Cakes) recipe that my 16-year-old American daughter and American husband absolutely love!
You don’t need a Korean grocery store nearby. You can find almost everything at your local Trader Joe’s!
■ Ingredients You Need:
- Trader Joe’s Tteokbokki (Rice Cakes) – 1 packet
- Trader Joe’s Organic Vegetable Broth – 1 cup
- Gochujang (Korean Chili Paste) – 1-2 tbsp (You can easily find this on Amazon!)
- Hard-boiled eggs & Green onions (Optional)
■ Step-by-Step Instructions:
- Rinse the Trader Joe’s rice cakes in cold water for a minute.
- In a small pot, pour 1 cup of vegetable broth and bring it to a boil.
- Add 1.5 tablespoons of Gochujang into the broth and stir well until dissolved.
- Add the rice cakes and the included Trader Joe’s sauce packet if you like it sweet and savory.
- Simmer on medium heat for about 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens and the rice cakes become soft and chewy.
- Top with chopped green onions and a hard-boiled egg. Enjoy!
💡 Mom’s Secret Tip: If it’s too spicy for your family, add a slice of Trader Joe’s Cheddar Cheese or a splash of heavy cream on top. It makes it wonderfully creamy and kids love it!
What is your favorite Korean comfort food? Let me know in the comments below!