Korean-Style Garlic Fried Rice Cakes
A crispy and spicy Korean-inspired dish featuring pan-fried rice cakes loaded with a savory mixture of fried garlic, bell peppers, and a drizzle of soy sauce, all balanced by a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
- Prep
- 15 min
- Cook
- 20 min
- Total Time
- 35 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- hard
- Cuisine
- Korean
Ingredients
- 12ozsrice cakes, sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds
- 2mediumbell peppers, thinly sliced
- 6clovesgarlic, minced
- 2tbspsvegetable oil
- 2tbspssoy sauce
- 2tbspssesame seeds, toasted
- 4lemon wedges
Step-by-Step
- 1
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced rice cakes in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until crispy and golden brown. Transfer the fried rice cakes to a plate and set aside.
6mmedium-high heat - 2
In the same skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and lightly golden.
3mmedium heat - 3
Add the sliced bell peppers to the skillet and continue cooking for 3-4 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and slightly charred.
4mmedium heat - 4
Return the fried rice cakes to the skillet and drizzle the soy sauce over the top. Gently toss everything together to coat the rice cakes and incorporate the flavors.
2m - 5
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds over the top. Serve immediately, with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the dish.
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