Korean Fish Cake Stir Fry (Eomuk Bokkeum)

10 min

This stir-fried Korean fish cake is an extremely popular side dish that's quick and easy to prepare at home. Packed with bold umami flavors, this Korean fish cake side dish goes wonderfully with a bowl of steamed rice for the perfect weeknight meal.

10 min4 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp cooking oil
  • 4 sheets (250g) Korean fish cake
  • 1/2 medium onion
  • 2 green onion (cut into 2-inch pieces, divided)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1/2 tbsp honey (or sugar)
  • 1 tsp Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes) (optional for spice)
  • 1/4 cup water

Instructions

  1. 1

    To prepare frozen fish cakes, soak them in hot water for about 30 seconds, pat dry, and slice them into bite-sized pieces. Combine the sauce ingredients in a small bowl.

  2. 2

    Heat oil over medium heat in a large skillet, and add onion, green parts of green onion, and garlic. Cook until fragrant, stir in the fish cakes, and cook for about 2 minutes, stirring continuously.

  3. 3

    Pour in the sauce and cook for about 1-2 minutes, until the sauce is reduced. Finish with sesame oil and reserved green onions. Garnish with sesame seeds and enjoy!

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