Korean Pak Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the rice cakes
Soak the Korean rice cakes in warm water for about 30 minutes, then drain and set aside.
- 2
Chop the vegetables
While the rice cakes are soaking, chop the green onions and mince the garlic.
- 3
Prepare the kimchi (optional)
If using kimchi, chop it into bite-sized pieces.
Cooking
- 4
Heat the oil
In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
- 5
Sauté garlic and green onions
Add the minced garlic and chopped green onions to the skillet and sauté for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
- 6
Add rice cakes
Add the soaked rice cakes to the skillet and stir-fry for about 5 minutes until they start to brown slightly.
- 7
Add sauces and seasonings
In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, gochujang, and sugar. Pour this mixture over the rice cakes and stir well to coat.
- 8
Finish cooking
Continue to stir-fry for another 5-7 minutes until the rice cakes are heated through and the sauce has thickened. Drizzle with sesame oil and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
- 9
Add kimchi (optional)
If using, add the chopped kimchi during the last minute of cooking and stir gently to combine.
Serving
- 10
Plate the dish
Transfer the Korean Pak to a serving dish.
- 11
Garnish
Garnish with nori strips and chili flakes to taste. Serve hot.
