Cheese Tteokbokki
Cheese Tteokbokki is a popular Korean fusion dish that combines the classic spicy rice cakes (tteok) with a generous layer of melted cheese, often mozzarella. It features chewy rice cakes simmered in a sweet and spicy gochujang-based sauce, topped with cheese until bubbly and gooey. This modern twist on a traditional street food has become a beloved comfort food in Korea and worldwide.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in carbohydrates from the rice cakes and fat from the melted cheese, with a moderate amount of protein. It provides a quick energy boost and key nutrients like calcium from the cheese and some vitamins from the sauce, but is calorie-dense, typically ranging from 500 to 800 calories per serving depending on portion size and cheese amount.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 450 kcal |
| Protein | 15 g |
| Carbs | 55 g |
| Fat | 18 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 10 g |
| Sodium | 1200 mg |
| Calcium | 250 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Potassium | 300 mg |
| Vitamin A | 150 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 10 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.8 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 200 mg |
| Magnesium | 30 mg |
Per 1 serving (300 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, Cheese Tteokbokki represents the innovative fusion trend in Korean cuisine, blending traditional flavors with Western ingredients to create a viral comfort food. Nutritionally, the combination of spicy sauce and rich cheese creates a satisfying balance of heat and creaminess that has made it a social media sensation.
