Low Carb Fried Tteokbokki

Transform your favorite Korean street food into a guilt-free indulgence with this Low Carb Fried Tteokbokki recipe! Perfect for anyone watching their carbs, this dish swaps traditional rice cakes for tender cauliflower rice while keeping bold, authentic flavors intact. A spicy-sweet glaze made with gochujang, gochugaru, soy sauce, and sesame oil coats sautéed zucchini, onions, and optional fish cakes for a rich and satisfying bite. With just 35 minutes from prep to plate, this quick and easy stir-fry is ideal for busy weeknights without sacrificing taste. Garnished with fresh green onions and nutty sesame seeds, it’s a healthier twist on a Korean classic you’ll want to make again and again.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 250 grams Cauliflower rice
• 1 tablespoon Gochujang (Korean red chili paste)
• 1 teaspoon Gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes)
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 1 medium Zucchini, sliced into half-moons
• 0.5 medium Onion, sliced
• 100 grams Fish cakes, sliced (optional)
• 2 stalks Green onions, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds
• 0.5 cup Water

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing the ingredients: mince the garlic, slice the zucchini into half-moons, slice the onion, chop the green onions, and slice the fish cakes if using.

Step 2

Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the hot oil and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the sliced onion and zucchini to the skillet and stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until they start to soften.

Step 5

Add the cauliflower rice, gochujang, gochugaru, soy sauce, and water to the skillet. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.

Step 6

Increase the heat to medium-high and continue to cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the cauliflower rice is tender and the sauce has thickened.

Step 7

If using, add the sliced fish cakes to the skillet during the last 3 minutes of cooking, ensuring they are heated through.

Step 8

Once everything is cooked and the sauce is well mixed, add the chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Toss to combine.

Step 9

Remove from heat and serve immediately, garnished with additional sesame seeds or chopped green onions if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(827.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	523.1

Total Fat 25.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.5g
Cholesterol 35.3mg	0%
Sodium 1537.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 54.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.9g	0%
Total Sugars 18.5g
Protein 27.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 185.6mg	0%
Iron 3.9mg	0%
Potassium 1572.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.5%

Protein: 19.6%

Carbs: 38.9%