Crispy Chili Rice Cakes (Ki-Rum Ddeokbokki)

May 27, 2023May 27, 20230 0
Crispy Chili Rice Cakes (Ki-Rum Ddeokbokki) recipe perfect for a spicy snack or meal
in Appetizer

Prep

5 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

15 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons gochugaru red pepper powder
1 teaspoon gochujang chili paste
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 teaspoons maple syrup or 2 teaspoons honey
2 teaspoons roasted sesame seed oil
14 ounces korean soft rice cakes
3 tablespoons vegetable oil , plus extra to drizzle
4 green onions , finely chopped , to serve
1 teaspoon black sesame seed , to garnish

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
2-4
Calories
480
Sugar
6g
Fat
23g
Crispy Chili Rice Cakes (Ki-Rum Ddeokbokki) is a popular Korean street food made from Korean soft rice cakes, which are known for their chewy texture. They are coated in a delicious spicy sauce made with gochujang chili paste, gochugaru red pepper powder, soy sauce, maple syrup, or honey and roasted sesame seed oil. This dish is popular for its flavorful and spicy taste and is often served as a snack or meal. It's perfect for a quick lunch or an evening snack. It can easily be customized to your preferred level of spice by adjusting the amount of chili paste used.

Instructions

1.In a small bowl, whisk together the gochugaru red pepper powder, gochujang chili paste, soy sauce, maple syrup or honey, and roasted sesame seed oil.
2.Cut the rice cakes into bite-sized pieces and toss them with the sauce until well coated.
3.Heat 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat.
4.Add the rice cakes to the pan and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they have browned and become crispy.
5.Serve the Crispy Chili Rice Cakes hot, garnished with chopped green onions and black sesame seeds.

PROS

These Crispy Chili Rice Cakes are easy to make, deliciously spicy, and crispy on the outside while chewy on the inside, making them a tasty snack or meal.

They are suitable for vegetarians and vegans.

CONS

Rice cakes are high in carbohydrates and low in fiber, which means they can cause a spike in blood sugar levels.

Consuming gochujang chili paste in moderately high quantity could cause stomach irritation, and its effect could be potentiated by spicy dishes like this.
It’s important to consume the dish in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Korean soft rice cakes provide the body with complex carbohydrates that provide a source of energy necessary for physical activity and regulatory processes. Rice cakes are low in fat, saturated fat, and cholesterol. Additionally, Gochujang, a key ingredient in this recipe, contains probiotic benefits that aid in digestion, boosts metabolism, reduces inflammation, and supports the immune system.

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