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Mint Choco Tteokbokki Spaghetti

A bold fusion of mint chocolate and Korean tteokbokki.

2servings
40 min
Intermediate
Worth the slow weekend prepMacros ready to logPlan-friendly portions
Mint Choco Tteokbokki Spaghetti

About this recipe

Explore a daring culinary adventure with Mint Choco Tteokbokki Spaghetti, where classic Korean tteokbokki meets the sweet touch of mint chocolate. This dish combines chewy rice cakes, al dente spaghetti, and an exciting blend of savory and sweet flavors, finished with fresh mint and Parmesan. Ideal for those looking to challenge their taste buds with an innovative fusion cuisine.

Ingredients

  • 200g tteokbokki rice cakes
  • 150g spaghetti
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 200g ground beef
  • 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean red pepper paste)
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried mint leaves
  • 1/4 cup chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

  1. 1

    Cook rice cakes according to package and drain.

  2. 2

    Cook spaghetti to al dente, then drain.

  3. 3

    Heat oil in a pan, sauté onion and garlic until soft.

  4. 4

    Brown ground beef in the pan.

  5. 5

    Stir in gochujang, soy sauce, sugar, salt, pepper, and dried mint.

  6. 6

    Mix in cooked rice cakes and spaghetti.

  7. 7

    Add chocolate chips and fresh mint, stir until melted.

  8. 8

    Serve hot, garnished with Parmesan.

Chef's tip

Ensure the balance of savory and sweet flavors is to your preference, adjusting mint and chocolate quantities as desired.

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