{"id":58895,"date":"2024-02-24T12:26:44","date_gmt":"2024-02-24T12:26:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/?p=58895"},"modified":"2024-02-24T12:26:48","modified_gmt":"2024-02-24T12:26:48","slug":"what-is-cheese-tteokbokki","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/what-is-cheese-tteokbokki\/","title":{"rendered":"What is Cheese Tteokbokki?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Tteokbokki, translated as \"stir-fried rice cake\", is a popular Korean street food dish of chewy rice cakes bathed in a sweet and spicy <strong>gochujang<\/strong> sauce. While the traditional version contains no <a href=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/butter-vs-cheese-vs-ghee\/\">cheese<\/a>, <strong>cheese tteokbokki<\/strong> has risen in popularity, especially among younger generations, for its creaminess and <a href=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/american-cheese-vs-monterey-jack\/\">melted cheese<\/a> flavor that perfectly complements the spicy rice cakes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/What-is-Cheese-Tteokbokki.jpeg\" alt=\"What is Cheese Tteokbokki\" class=\"wp-image-59053\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/What-is-Cheese-Tteokbokki.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/What-is-Cheese-Tteokbokki-768x403.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cheese tteokbokki<\/strong> features the classic cylindrical rice cakes smothered in gochujang sauce, with the addition of copious amounts of ooey-gooey melted cheese like <a href=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/muenster-cheese-vs-mozzarella\/\">mozzarella<\/a> or cheddar. The rice cakes soak up the rich, sweet and spicy sauce, while the melted cheese adds a decadent, creamy texture and flavor contrast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_64 counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #333333;color:#333333\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" 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href=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/what-is-cheese-tteokbokki\/#Korean_Rice_Cakes\" title=\"Korean Rice Cakes\">Korean Rice Cakes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/what-is-cheese-tteokbokki\/#Gochujang_Sauce\" title=\"Gochujang Sauce\">Gochujang Sauce<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/what-is-cheese-tteokbokki\/#Cheese\" title=\"Cheese\">Cheese<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/what-is-cheese-tteokbokki\/#Broth\" title=\"Broth\">Broth<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/what-is-cheese-tteokbokki\/#Flavor_Profile\" title=\"Flavor Profile\">Flavor Profile<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/what-is-cheese-tteokbokki\/#Origins\" title=\"Origins\">Origins<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/what-is-cheese-tteokbokki\/#Common_Preparation_Methods\" title=\"Common Preparation Methods\">Common Preparation Methods<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/what-is-cheese-tteokbokki\/#Pan-Fried\" title=\"Pan-Fried\">Pan-Fried<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/what-is-cheese-tteokbokki\/#Baked\" title=\"Baked\">Baked<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/what-is-cheese-tteokbokki\/#Grilled_Skewers\" title=\"Grilled Skewers\">Grilled Skewers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/what-is-cheese-tteokbokki\/#Other_Variations\" title=\"Other Variations\">Other Variations<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/what-is-cheese-tteokbokki\/#Nutrition\" title=\"Nutrition\">Nutrition<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/what-is-cheese-tteokbokki\/#FAQs\" title=\"FAQs\">FAQs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/what-is-cheese-tteokbokki\/#Is_cheese_tteokbokki_spicy\" title=\"Is cheese tteokbokki spicy?\">Is cheese tteokbokki spicy?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/what-is-cheese-tteokbokki\/#What_cheese_works_best\" title=\"What cheese works best?\">What cheese works best?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/what-is-cheese-tteokbokki\/#Can_you_make_it_vegan\" title=\"Can you make it vegan?\">Can you make it vegan?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/what-is-cheese-tteokbokki\/#How_do_you_reheat_leftovers\" title=\"How do you reheat leftovers?\">How do you reheat leftovers?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/what-is-cheese-tteokbokki\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Components_of_Cheese_Tteokbokki\"><\/span>Components of Cheese Tteokbokki<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are a few key components that go into <a href=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/cheese-cloth-vs-muslin-fabric\/\">making cheese<\/a> tteokbokki at home:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Korean_Rice_Cakes\"><\/span>Korean Rice Cakes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The main star of the show. <strong>Garatteok<\/strong> are long, cylindrical white <strong>rice cakes<\/strong> made of non-glutinous rice flour. They come in different sizes - thinner ones better soak up sauce flavor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gochujang_Sauce\"><\/span>Gochujang Sauce<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The sauce gives tteokbokki its signature red color and sweet, spicy kick. It's made with <strong>gochujang<\/strong> (Korean chili paste), <strong>gochugaru<\/strong> (Korean chili flakes), and other seasonings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cheese\"><\/span>Cheese<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Mozzarella<\/strong> is commonly used for its meltiness, but other cheeses like cheddar, <a href=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/cheddar-cheese-vs-cream-cheese\/\">cream cheese<\/a> or parmesan also work. The cheese provides a rich, creamy contrast to the spicy rice cakes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Broth\"><\/span>Broth<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The rice cakes are cooked in an <strong>umami-rich broth<\/strong> like Korean anchovy or kelp stock. Vegetable or other broths can also be used.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>Key Takeaway: <\/strong>The key components of cheese tteokbokki are chewy rice cakes, gochujang sauce, melted cheese, and broth.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Flavor_Profile\"><\/span>Flavor Profile<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Half of the appeal of cheese tteokbokki lies in its complex harmony of flavors and textures:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>The&nbsp;<strong>rice cakes<\/strong>&nbsp;are soft, chewy, and slightly sweetened by the sauce.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The&nbsp;<strong>gochujang sauce<\/strong>&nbsp;offers a savory, sweet and spicy punch.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The melted&nbsp;<strong>cheese<\/strong>&nbsp;is rich, creamy, salty, and cuts through the spice.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Optional add-ins like eggs, fish cakes or meat provide extra savory flavor and texture contrast.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Together, these elements create an irresistible flavor combination that hits all the right notes - sweet, savory, spicy and rich. The dish manages to be comforting yet exciting at the same time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Origins\"><\/span>Origins<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While tteokbokki has long been a popular Korean street food, the <strong>cheese version<\/strong> is actually a more modern creation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Over the past few decades, cheese has become an increasingly common ingredient in Korean food, especially among younger generations. Creative chefs started experimenting by adding cheese to traditional dishes like tteokbokki to create fusion flavors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cheese tteokbokki<\/strong> likely originated from street food vendors trying to appeal to younger tastes. The innovation ended up becoming mainstream - you can now find cheesy tteokbokki at most Korean snack stalls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The dish is especially prevalent in popular youth areas like college districts, where the creamy, cheesy goodness is perfect late-night snack fare.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Common_Preparation_Methods\"><\/span>Common Preparation Methods<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are a few common ways that cheese tteokbokki is prepared:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pan-Fried\"><\/span>Pan-Fried<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The most standard preparation mirrors traditional tteokbokki. The rice cakes are stir-fried in the spicy <strong>gochujang<\/strong> sauce until chewy. Then <strong>cheese<\/strong> is either mixed in or melted on top.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Baked\"><\/span>Baked<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Some recipes call for <strong>baking<\/strong> the rice cakes first to create a crispy exterior before adding sauce. This helps maintain texture and prevents mushiness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Grilled_Skewers\"><\/span>Grilled Skewers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tteokkochi<\/strong> are grilled skewers alternately threaded with rice cakes and <a href=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/bon-vivant-cheese-vs-brie\/\">cheese wedges<\/a>. They're brushed with sauce while grilling or dipped in sauce after.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_Variations\"><\/span>Other Variations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are also fusion-style takes like mac and <a href=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/american-cheese-vs-velveeta\/\">cheese sauce<\/a> or non-spicy \"rose\" sauce made without <strong>gochujang<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nutrition\"><\/span>Nutrition<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A single serving of cheese tteokbokki contains approximately:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>800 calories<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>110g carbohydrates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>17g protein<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>11g fat<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>So while not the healthiest choice, it provides a decent hit of carbs, protein and fat to fuel you up. Plus, the rice cakes are gluten-free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Just be mindful of portion sizes, as the high calorie density makes it easy to overeat!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_cheese_tteokbokki_spicy\"><\/span>Is cheese tteokbokki spicy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It can be, depending on the amount of <strong>gochujang<\/strong> and <strong>gochugaru<\/strong> (Korean chili flakes) used in the sauce. But the cheese helps mellow out some of the spice level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_cheese_works_best\"><\/span>What cheese works best?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Mozzarella<\/strong> is the most popular choice for its meltiness. But any <a href=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/american-cheese-vs-pepper-jack\/\">melty cheese<\/a> like cheddar, <a href=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/havarti-cheese-vs-monterey-jack\/\">Monterey Jack<\/a> or cream cheese work well too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_make_it_vegan\"><\/span>Can you make it vegan?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes! Use vegetable broth instead of anchovy broth, and swap <a href=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/dairy-cheese-vs-vegan-cheese\/\">dairy cheese<\/a> for <strong>vegan cheese<\/strong> or nutritional yeast. Rice paper can even substitute for rice cakes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_reheat_leftovers\"><\/span>How do you reheat leftovers?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Reheat cheese tteokbokki in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add a splash of broth if the rice cakes seem dry and stir frequently to redistribute sauce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With its crave-worthy medley of flavors and textures, <strong>cheese tteokbokki<\/strong> has become a sensation. The cheeky fusion of Korean rice cakes and melted cheese speaks to an adventurous young food culture seeking bold new flavor combinations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Underneath the social media hype though lies a genuinely tasty dish with a complex yet comforting harmony of spicy, sweet, rich and chewy elements.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Tteokbokki, translated as \"stir-fried rice cake\", is a popular Korean street food dish of chewy rice cakes bathed in a sweet and spicy gochujang sauce. 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