Tteokgalbi (Short Rib Patties with Rice Cake)
Tteokgalbi (Short Rib Patties with Rice Cake)
Homemade Tteokgalbi with Real Rice Cakes for a Special Feast
Let’s make Tteokgalbi, which pairs wonderfully with chewy garaetteok (rice cakes). This recipe will guide you to create these delicious patties at home, perfect for holidays or any special occasion.
Ingredients- 500g ground beef
- 1/2 pear
- Pinch of black pepper
- 2 tsp soy sauce
- 2 tsp sugar
- 2 tsp flour
- 1 onion
- 2 garaetteok (Korean rice cakes)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
This recipe features ‘Real Tteokgalbi,’ made with actual rice cakes for an extra special touch. The chewy texture of the rice cake combined with the tender, juicy galbi patty creates a unique and delightful flavor experience. Let’s get started with the detailed instructions.
Step 2
First, prepare the flavor enhancers. Peel and grate the pear to extract its juice. Thinly slice the onion. Adding thinly sliced onion will enhance the texture of your Tteokgalbi.
Step 3
In a bowl, combine the ground beef, prepared pear juice, soy sauce (2 tsp), sugar (2 tsp), black pepper (pinch), and flour (2 tsp). Mix all the ingredients thoroughly by kneading with your hands until the meat mixture becomes cohesive and slightly sticky. Proper kneading is crucial to prevent the patties from falling apart and to achieve a delicious texture.
Step 4
Divide the kneaded meat mixture into portions. Flatten each portion into a disc. Place half of a cut garaetteok in the center of each flattened patty. Carefully shape the meat around the rice cake, forming it into a round patty, ensuring the rice cake is fully enclosed. This step is key to making sure the rice cake cooks through.
Step 5
Now, let’s cook the Tteokgalbi using an air fryer. Place the shaped patties in a preheated air fryer set at 180°C (356°F). Cook for 10 minutes. Then, carefully flip the patties and cook for another 10 minutes. It’s a good idea to check on them periodically to ensure they don’t burn.
Step 6
Once perfectly cooked, remove the homemade Tteokgalbi from the air fryer. You’ll have a fantastic dish where chewy rice cakes meet tender, flavorful beef patties, making it an excellent choice for holidays. Enjoy this delicious meal with a side of warm rice!
