Main ingredients
garaetangtteokbeefgreen onionfish cakeyellow croaker headmackereldried shiitake mushroomroot kelpgochujangcheongyang chili powderjoseong
Yoon Joomo's Garaetangtteok Bokkeum
A luxurious garaetangtteok bokkeum with deep, rich flavor built layer by layer using a savory yellow croaker stock, slow-simmered beef, and green onions.
Ingredients needed 2 servings
Recipe
Cooking tips
- Instead of adding store-bought gochujang directly to the sauce, sauté it first with beef and green onion in oil—this eliminates its greasy texture and harsh alcohol note, resulting in a smoother, richer, and more savory flavor.
- Thick garaetangtteok takes time to absorb seasoning throughout, so use joseong instead of regular sugar or corn syrup—it adheres better, prevents surface-only coating, and gives a glossy finish.
- Use high-quality fish cake with at least 85% fish content to maintain firmness during long cooking; this ensures a chewy, meat-like texture that doesn’t break down easily.
Recommended for
- Those seeking a much more thoughtful and deeply flavored take on traditional tteokbokki.
- Fans of rice-based tteok with a dense, chewy texture rather than soft milktteok.
- Anyone looking for a signature dish perfect as an accompaniment to makgeolli or craft beer.
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