Gabonese Tteokguk

Ingredients

In Gabonese Tteokguk, we incorporate Gabonese spices and herbs to infuse the dish with local flavors. The original Korean recipe is traditionally made with beef or chicken broth, but in Gabonese cuisine, we use a combination of local spices to create a unique and aromatic broth. Additionally, we incorporate Gabonese herbs to enhance the flavor profile of the soup. We alse have the original recipe for Tteokguk, so you can check it out.

• 500g (1.1 lb) rice cakes 500g (1.1 lb) rice cakes
• 400g (14 oz) beef, thinly sliced 400g (14 oz) beef, thinly sliced
• 1 onion, thinly sliced 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 thumb-sized ginger, grated 1 thumb-sized ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon ground paprika 1 teaspoon ground paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 liter (4 cups) beef broth 1 liter (4 cups) beef broth
• 4 green onions, thinly sliced 4 green onions, thinly sliced
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 350 kcal / 1465 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 12g, 4g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 35g, 2g
• Protein: 25g
• Fiber: 3g
• Salt: 2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Soak the rice cakes in cold water for 30 minutes, then drain.
2. 2.
   In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Sauté until fragrant.
3. 3.
   Add the thinly sliced beef to the pot and cook until browned.
4. 4.
   Stir in the ground coriander, paprika, black pepper, and salt. Cook for another minute to toast the spices.
5. 5.
   Pour in the beef broth and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes.
6. 6.
   Add the soaked rice cakes to the pot and cook for an additional 10 minutes, or until the rice cakes are tender.
7. 7.
   Stir in the sliced green onions and cook for another minute.
8. 8.
   Serve the Gabonese Tteokguk hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Rice cakes — Soaking the rice cakes before cooking helps to soften them and ensure a chewy texture in the soup.

Tips & Tricks

• If you prefer a spicier soup, you can add a small amount of Gabonese chili powder or hot sauce to the broth.
• Feel free to add other vegetables such as carrots or mushrooms to the soup for added flavor and nutrition.
• For a heartier meal, serve Gabonese Tteokguk with a side of steamed rice or crusty bread.

Serving advice

Gabonese Tteokguk is traditionally served as a main course. It can be enjoyed on its own or with a side of steamed rice or crusty bread.

Presentation advice

When serving Gabonese Tteokguk, ladle the soup into individual bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro. The vibrant green color of the cilantro adds a pop of freshness to the dish.