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Dakgalbi Recipe

Spicy Dakgalbi Recipe: A Flavorful Delight to Share!

This Dakgalbi recipe features tender chicken thighs, crunchy vegetables, and chewy rice cakes in a spicy sauce. A perfect dish for sharing!
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 kg Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs Substitution: Chicken breasts can be used.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium Onion Substitution: Green onions or shallots.
  • 1 medium Carrot Substitution: Other crunchy vegetables.
  • 200 g Cabbage Substitution: Napa cabbage or bok choy.
  • 4 stalks Green Onions Substitution: Chopped cilantro or parsley.
For the Sauce
  • 3 tbsp Gochujang Substitution: Sriracha or chili paste.
  • 2 tbsp Soy Sauce Note: Use low-sodium for healthier option.
  • 1 tbsp Rice Wine or Mirin Substitution: White wine or apple cider vinegar.
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Oil No substitution recommended.
  • 1 tbsp Sugar Substitution: Honey or agave syrup.
For the Cooking
  • 1 tbsp Vegetable Oil Substitution: Canola or sesame oil.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Substitution: Fresh minced garlic.
  • 1 tsp Ginger Powder Substitution: Fresh ginger (use 3x more).
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper Substitution: White pepper.
For Serving
  • 250 g Rice Cakes (Tteok) Preparation: Soak for 30 minutes.
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Seeds Can omit if not available.

Equipment

  • Large skillet or wok

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Soak the rice cakes in warm water for about 30 minutes, then drain and set aside.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the gochujang, soy sauce, rice wine, sesame oil, sugar, garlic powder, ginger powder, and black pepper.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs cut into bite-sized pieces and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until cooked through.
  4. Add chopped onion, carrot, and cabbage. Stir frequently for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender yet crunchy.
  5. Add soaked rice cakes and sauce to the skillet, mix gently to coat everything well.
  6. Cook for an additional 3-5 minutes until heated through and sauce thickens.
  7. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions, then serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customizable with various vegetables. Perfect for a cozy dinner.

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