Korean Stir-Fried Fish Cake (Eomuk Bokkeum)

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Korean Stir-Fried Fish Cake (Eomuk Bokkeum)

This Korean Stir-Fried Fish Cake is a popular side dish served at Korean restaurants and extremely easy to prepare at home!

Prep Time5

Cook Time5

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: Korean

Servings:

Author: Chris Joe

Ingredients

12 oz fish cake cut to 2" long strips
1/4 onion thinly sliced
3 cloves garlic minced
1 scallion cut to 2" pieces
1 carrot cut to 2" matchsticks
3.5 tbsp light soy sauce
2 tbsp mirin
1/2 tbsp sugar
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp sesame seeds
2 tbsp neutral oil

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Instructions

Cut fish cake into 2" long strips and slice the vegetables and set aside.
In a small bowl, mix together light soy sauce, mirin, sugar, and black pepper.
Heat 2 tbsp of neutral oil in a non-stick pan over medium high heat. Add the garlic, onion, scallions, and carrot and stir fry for 1 minute until softened. Add the sliced fish cake and stir-fry for 1 minute.
Immediately add the premixed sauce and stir to combine. Continue cooking for 1-2 minutes until the sauce has absorbed. Garnish with sesame seeds and enjoy!

Notes

KEY TIPS:

Korean Fish Cakes

I buy thin refrigerated sheets from the refrigerated section at my local Korean grocery store (H Mart). Cut these into 2" strips - if you prefer another size or shape, you can cut them to your preference. Make sure your fish cakes are cut to the same size to ensure even cooking.

Customize Your Vegetables + Spice Level

I like carrots and onions for additional crunch, but you use other vegetables. If you want some heat to the dish, you can add bell peppers, jalapenos, or birds eye chilies. If you prefer a spicier version, feel free to add 1 tbsp of gochujang to the sauce!

Success is in the Prep

Once you start cooking, this recipe will come together very quickly. The key to pulling this off successfully is having all of your ingredients prepped and in bowls right next to pan! Have your premixed sauce, fish cakes, and vegetables ready and easily accessible during the cooking process.

Storage

You can store Korean Stir Fried Fish Cakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. They are meant to be eaten cold. but you can warm them up, if you prefer.

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