Asian Rice Cakes

1. Tteokbokki With Cheese

This dish of spicy Korean rice cakes takes on a creamy flavour.

A spicy red sauce consisting of gochujang (Korean chilli paste), garlic, and soy sauce is cooked with the chewy and soft rice cakes.

After that, a thick layer of melted cheese is sprinkled on top, giving the food a savoury, rich flavour.

The tempting flavour combination of spicy and cheesy makes for the ideal comfort food. You'll be hooked after giving it a try!

2. Nutella Mochi

Who doesn't love Nutella?

This traditional chocolate-hazelnut spread is transformed into a delectable mochi filling. The recipe only calls for a few basic ingredients.

With plenty of Nutella inside, the mochi is filled with glutinous rice flour. After that, the mochi is dusted with cocoa powder to enhance its chocolate flavor.

This Nutella mochi will satisfy your craving for chocolate and is the ideal sweet treat for any occasion.

3. Jajang Tteokbokki

A savory and filling dish is produced in this recipe by combining savory jajang sauce with Korean rice cakes, fish cakes, and other ingredients.

It is impossible to resist the mouthwatering flavor of the sauce when it is combined with the chewy rice cakes.

4. Milk Rice Cake

What about a light and refreshing sweet treat? This recipe for milk rice cake is a one pot dish that is super easy to make.

The ingredients for this simple recipe are glutinous rice flour, sugar, milk, potato starch and salt.

The addition of milk gives the soft, chewy rice cake a rich, creamy flavor.

Since the dish is typically served cold, it makes the ideal dessert for a warm summer day.

5. Mango Mochi

Sweet and tangy mango mochi.

A delicious mango jam is covered with soft rice cakes to make this fruity treat.

Of course, you could even fill these mochi with fresh mango pieces for something different.

The dish will wow your family and friends and is ideal for the summer. You'll be surprised at how simple it is to make this delectable dessert if you give it a try.

6. Rose Tteokbokki

Bouncy, chewy, and soft rice cakes coated in a delicious spicy yet sweet creamy sauce.

Rose tteokbokki is also known as Rose Cream Tteokbokki or Rose Carbonara Tteokbokki. It's a lot milder than traditional tteokbokki too.

The combination of crispy bacon, sausages, soft and chewy rice cakes, refreshing fish cakes, and spices and cream provides the perfect flavorings to this savory dish.

7. Fried Rice Cakes

Sliced rice cakes are pan-fried with vegetables and seasonings to create this crunchy and savory side dish.

The dish is easy to prepare and can be customized with your favorite ingredients.

The crunchy vegetables and savory sauce go well with the chewy texture of the rice cakes.

It's the ideal starter or side dish for any gathering.

8. Stir Fried Rice Cakes

This classic Korean dish is a popular dinner option that's both delicious and satisfying.

In the dish, chewy rice cakes are stir-fried with vegetables and a protein, like beef or seafood, and vegetables.

Gochujang, soy sauce, and garlic are combined to make the sauce, which is both hot and savory.

Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions on top for a touch of added flavor.

9. Coconut Milk Cake (Nian Gao)

This coconut milk cake, also known as nian gao, is a sticky cake that is often served as a dessert. It's popular to serve during Lunar New Year celebrations as well.

But of course, this tasty sweet is perfect to serve at any occasion.

10. Palitaw (Sweet Rice Cakes)

Made with glutinous rice flour, sugar, and water, this dessert is a staple of the Filipino cuisine. Before being boiled, the dough is formed into tiny balls and flattened.

After that, the cakes are covered in sugar and grated coconut to give them a sweet, nutty flavor.

Palitaw is a well-liked dessert or snack that's simple to make and tasty.

11. Pumpkin Sweet Rice Cakes

The addition of pumpkin to these sweet rice cakes gives a mildly spicy and sweet flavor. They also add a soft and chewy texture to the cakes.

It's ideal for a fall dessert or those special occasions like Halloween.

12. Steamed Rice Cake

This steamed rice cake has a soft and spongy texture. It's light, fluffy, and airy.

Typically, a sweet sauce made of brown sugar and water is served with the cake to add even more flavor.

13. Kue Talam Ebi (Savory Steamed Rice Cake With Dried Shrimp Topping)

Kue Talam Ebi (Savory Steamed Rice Cake with Dried Shrimp Topping) is an Indonesian dish that consists of a savory steamed rice cake with dried shrimp, coconut, and spices on top.

Rice flour, coconut milk, and pandan leaves are used to make the cake, which gives it a fragrant and slightly sweet taste.

The topping, which combines savory and spicy flavors, gives the light and fluffy rice cake a delicious crunch.

14. Korean Rice Cake Soup

This dish is made with beef or chicken broth, vegetables, and sliced rice cakes.

Soy sauce, garlic, and sesame oil are typically used to season the soup, giving it a savory and aromatic taste.

It is a warming and filling dish that is ideal for chilly winter days.