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Korean rice cake

Tteok (떡) is a class of Korean rice cakes made with glutinous or non-glutinous rice. It is a staple in Korean cuisine and is often enjoyed during special occasions, celebrations, and festivals. Tteok can be steamed, pounded, boiled, or pan-fried, and it comes in a variety of shapes, colors, and flavors.

Preparation[edit]

The preparation of tteok involves steaming or pounding rice. Traditionally, a special steamer called a siru is used to steam the rice. The rice is soaked, ground, and then placed in the siru to be steamed. After steaming, the rice is pounded to achieve the desired texture. The pounding process is often done using a large wooden mallet and a stone or wooden mortar.

Types of Tteok[edit]

Tteok comes in many varieties, each with unique ingredients and preparation methods. Some of the most popular types include:

Baekseolgi[edit]

Baekseolgi is a white, fluffy rice cake made by steaming rice flour. It is often used in celebrations such as birthdays and weddings due to its pure white color, symbolizing purity and cleanliness.

Sultteok[edit]

Sultteok is a layered rice cake made with red bean paste. The layers of rice cake and sweet red bean paste create a delightful contrast in texture and flavor.

Injeolmi[edit]

Injeolmi is a chewy rice cake coated with powdered soybeans. It is known for its nutty flavor and chewy texture, making it a popular snack.

Tteokbokki[edit]

Tteokbokki is a spicy and savory dish made with cylindrical rice cakes, fish cakes, and a spicy gochujang sauce. It is a popular street food in Korea, known for its bold flavors and satisfying texture.

Songpyeon[edit]

Songpyeon is a half-moon shaped rice cake filled with sweet fillings such as sesame seeds, red beans, or chestnuts. It is traditionally made during the Chuseok holiday and is often colored with natural dyes.

Cultural Significance[edit]

Tteok holds a significant place in Korean culture and is often associated with celebrations and rituals. It is commonly used in ancestral rites, weddings, and birthdays. The variety of tteok served can symbolize different wishes, such as prosperity, health, and happiness.

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-'''Tteok''' ([[Korean language|Korean]]: 떡) is a class of [[Korean cuisine|Korean]] traditional cakes, made with [[Glutinous rice|glutinous rice]] flour ([[Mochiko]]), by steaming. Tteok is commonly served as a dessert or a snack.
+{{Short description|Korean rice cake}}
+{{Korean name|hangul=떡|hanja=none|rr=Tteok|mr=Ttŏk}}
-==History==
+[[File:Tteok.jpg|Various types of tteok|thumb|right]]
-The history of Tteok dates back to the [[Three Kingdoms of Korea|Three Kingdoms Period]] (57 BC – 668 AD). The making and offering of Tteok has been an important custom in Korean traditional culture. It is often used in ceremonies, rituals, and celebrations.
+'''Tteok''' (떡) is a class of Korean [[rice cake]]s made with glutinous or non-glutinous rice. It is a staple in Korean cuisine and is often enjoyed during special occasions, celebrations, and festivals. Tteok can be steamed, pounded, boiled, or pan-fried, and it comes in a variety of shapes, colors, and flavors.
+==Preparation==
+[[File:Siru_(rice_cake_steamer).jpg|Siru, a rice cake steamer|thumb|left]]
+The preparation of tteok involves steaming or pounding rice. Traditionally, a special steamer called a '''siru''' is used to steam the rice. The rice is soaked, ground, and then placed in the siru to be steamed. After steaming, the rice is pounded to achieve the desired texture. The pounding process is often done using a large wooden mallet and a stone or wooden mortar.
 ==Types of Tteok==
-There are hundreds of different kinds of Tteok. They can be categorized by their ingredients, the way they are made, and their usage. Some of the most popular types include:
+Tteok comes in many varieties, each with unique ingredients and preparation methods. Some of the most popular types include:
+===Baekseolgi===
+[[File:Baek-seolgi.jpg|Baekseolgi|thumb|right]]
+'''Baekseolgi''' is a white, fluffy rice cake made by steaming rice flour. It is often used in celebrations such as birthdays and weddings due to its pure white color, symbolizing purity and cleanliness.
+===Sultteok===
+[[File:Sultteok.jpg|Sultteok|thumb|left]]
+'''Sultteok''' is a layered rice cake made with red bean paste. The layers of rice cake and sweet red bean paste create a delightful contrast in texture and flavor.
+===Injeolmi===
+[[File:Injeolmi_(tteok)_(rice_cake).jpg|Injeolmi|thumb|right]]
+'''Injeolmi''' is a chewy rice cake coated with powdered soybeans. It is known for its nutty flavor and chewy texture, making it a popular snack.
+===Tteokbokki===
+[[File:Tteokbokki.JPG|Tteokbokki|thumb|left]]
+'''Tteokbokki''' is a spicy and savory dish made with cylindrical rice cakes, fish cakes, and a spicy gochujang sauce. It is a popular street food in Korea, known for its bold flavors and satisfying texture.
-* '''[[Songpyeon]]''' - A type of Tteok filled with sweet or semi-sweet fillings and steamed on a bed of pine needles. It is traditionally eaten during the [[Chuseok]] holiday.
+===Songpyeon===
-* '''[[Bukkumi]]''' - A pan-fried Tteok filled with sweetened [[red bean paste]].
+[[File:Korean.dessert-Tteok-Songpyeon-Kkultteok.01.jpg|Songpyeon and Kkultteok|thumb|right]]
-* '''[[Injeolmi]]''' - A type of Tteok made by steaming and pounding glutinous rice, and then coating it with bean flour.
+'''Songpyeon''' is a half-moon shaped rice cake filled with sweet fillings such as sesame seeds, red beans, or chestnuts. It is traditionally made during the Chuseok holiday and is often colored with natural dyes.
-* '''[[Garaetteok]]''' - A long, cylindrical Tteok used in various dishes such as [[Tteokbokki]] and [[Tteokguk]].
 ==Cultural Significance==
-Tteok has a significant role in Korean culture. It is not only a staple food but also a symbol of prosperity and a traditional offering in ceremonies such as weddings, birthdays, and ancestral rites ([[Jesa]]).
+Tteok holds a significant place in Korean culture and is often associated with celebrations and rituals. It is commonly used in ancestral rites, weddings, and birthdays. The variety of tteok served can symbolize different wishes, such as prosperity, health, and happiness.
-==See Also==
+==Related Pages==
 * [[Korean cuisine]]
-* [[List of Korean desserts]]
+* [[Rice cake]]
-* [[List of rice cakes]]
+* [[Gochujang]]
+* [[Chuseok]]
-==References==
+[[File:Korea-Sokcho-2007_Seorak_Festival-06.jpg|Tteok at a festival|thumb|left]]
-<references />
+{{Korean cuisine}}
 [[Category:Korean cuisine]]
 [[Category:Rice cakes]]
 [[Category:Korean desserts]]
-{{Korea-cuisine-stub}}
-{{food-stub}}