Tteokbokki Spicy Rice Cakes

Method

1. 01

   Step 1

   If rice cakes are firm, soak in warm water for 15 minutes and drain.

2. 02

   Step 2

   Whisk stock, gochujang, gochugaru, sugar and soy sauce in a wide pan and bring to a simmer.

3. 03

   Step 3

   Add rice cakes, fish cakes and cabbage; simmer 10–15 minutes, stirring often.

4. 04

   Step 4

   Add spring onion and boiled eggs for the last 3 minutes. Add a little water if the sauce gets too thick before rice cakes soften.

5. 05

   Step 5

   Serve when rice cakes are chewy-tender and the sauce clings to them. Cut cakes into manageable pieces for children or anyone with swallowing difficulties.