Get ready to transform your dinner table with a mouthwatering Korean delicacy that will make your taste buds dance! These Beef and Rice Cake Skewers are not just a meal, they're a culinary adventure that combines tender, marinated beef with chewy rice cakes, grilled to perfection. Whether you're a Korean cuisine enthusiast or a curious foodie looking to spice up your cooking repertoire, this recipe promises an irresistible blend of flavors and textures that will leave you craving more.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: Korean
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 300g beef, thinly sliced
- 200g rice cakes
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- Skewers
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade by mixing soy sauce, sugar, sesame oil, and minced garlic in a medium bowl until well combined.
- Slice the beef into thin, uniform strips about 2-3 inches long, ensuring they are roughly the same size for even cooking.
- Place the beef strips into the marinade, gently coating each piece. Cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes to enhance flavor.
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 15 minutes prior to prevent burning during cooking.
- Cut rice cakes into similar-sized pieces as the beef strips, approximately 2-3 inches long.
- Thread the marinated beef and rice cake pieces alternately onto the skewers, ensuring a balanced distribution.
- Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the cooking surface to prevent sticking.
- Grill the skewers for 2-3 minutes on each side, turning carefully to ensure even cooking and nice grill marks.
- Check that the beef is cooked to your desired doneness and the rice cakes are slightly charred and crispy.
- Remove skewers from heat and let rest for 2-3 minutes before serving.
- Optional: Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions for added flavor and presentation.
Tips
- Marinate Matters: For maximum flavor, don't rush the marinating process. Let the beef soak up the marinade for at least 10-15 minutes to ensure deep, rich taste.
- Skewer Symmetry: When threading beef and rice cakes, aim for consistent sizing to ensure even cooking and an aesthetically pleasing presentation.
- Heat Control: Medium-high heat is crucial. Too high, and you'll burn the outside; too low, and you'll lose that desirable caramelization.
- Wooden Skewer Hack: Always soak wooden skewers in water before grilling to prevent them from burning.
- Doneness Check: For perfectly cooked beef, look for a slight char on the outside while maintaining juiciness inside.
- Rest and Garnish: Allow skewers to rest for a few minutes after grilling, and don't skip the optional garnish of sesame seeds and green onions - they add a delightful final touch!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 30g
Protein: 25g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 70mg
