Tteok galbi

Tteok Galbi: A Delicious Korean Braised Beef Dish

Tteok galbi is a popular Korean dish that literally translates to “braised beef with rice cakes.” It’s a hearty, flavorful meal that consists of tender braised beef short ribs served with chewy rice cakes and a sweet and savory sauce. The dish is often served during special occasions and is a staple in many Korean households.

Recipe: Tteok Galbi (Braised Beef with Rice Cakes)

Ingredients:

For the beef:

• 1 pound beef short ribs
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Gochujang (Korean chili paste)
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon grated ginger
• 1/4 cup Korean chili flakes (gochugaru)

For the rice cakes:

• 1 package of tteok (Korean rice cakes), about 20-25 pieces

For the sauce:

• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Gochujang
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Korean chili flakes (gochugaru)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon grated ginger
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
2. In a large bowl, whisk together soy sauce, Gochujang, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and Korean chili flakes. Add the beef short ribs and marinate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
3. Remove the beef from the marinade and place it in a large Dutch oven or heavy pot with a lid. Reserve the marinade.
4. Cook the rice cakes according to package instructions. Typically, they are boiled in water for about 10-15 minutes, then drained and rinsed with cold water. Set aside.
5. In the same pot as the beef, add the reserved marinade and bring it to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 2 hours or until the beef is tender.
6. While the beef is cooking, prepare the sauce by whisking together soy sauce, Gochujang, brown sugar, Korean chili flakes, garlic, ginger, and water in a small bowl. Add the cornstarch and whisk until smooth.
7. After the beef has cooked for 2 hours, add the prepared sauce to the pot and stir to combine. Simmer for an additional 30 minutes or until the sauce has thickened slightly.
8. To serve, place a portion of braised beef on a plate, accompanied by a few rice cakes. Spoon some of the savory sauce over the top. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions if desired.

Tips:

• Use a slow cooker instead of the oven to cook the beef for 6-8 hours.
• Adjust the level of spiciness to your liking by adding more or less Korean chili flakes.
• Serve with additional toppings such as kimchi, pickled ginger, or chopped scallions.

Enjoy your delicious and authentic Tteok Galbi!

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