20-Minute Easy Tteokbokki Recipe with Gnocchi or Rice Noodles
A quick and easy tteokbokki recipe using gnocchi or rice noodles as a rice cake alternative. Perfect for K-drama fans and Korean food lovers!
Ingredients
- 1 lb gnocchi or 8 oz rice noodles
- 3 tbsp gochujang or substitute
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sugar or honey
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 1.5 cups water or broth
- 2 cups cabbage sliced
- 2 green onions chopped
- 1 cup fish cakes optional
- 1 boiled egg per serving optional
Instructions
- Boil gnocchi or rice noodles, drain, and set aside.
- In a pan, combine gochujang, soy sauce, sugar, garlic, and water. Simmer 5 mins.
- Add gnocchi/noodles, cabbage, and fish cakes. Cook 5–7 mins until sauce thickens.
- Garnish with green onions and boiled egg. Serve hot.
Notes
- Gochujang Substitute: If unavailable, use 2 tbsp red pepper flakes + 1 tbsp soy sauce + 1 tsp sugar.
- Gluten-Free Tip: Use tamari instead of soy sauce and rice noodles instead of gnocchi.
- Spice Control: Add 1 tbsp peanut butter or coconut milk to tone down the heat without losing depth.
- Protein Boost: Add tofu, shrimp, or shredded chicken for a more filling meal.
- Leftovers: Tastes even better the next day! Reheat with a splash of water to loosen the sauce.