Unha's Korean Garaetteok Rice Cake Sticks – 21.16 oz Pantry-Friendly Tteokbokki for Wellness-Focused Cooking
Unha's Korean Garaetteok Rice Cake Sticks – 21.16 oz Pantry-Friendly Tteokbokki for Wellness-Focused Cooking
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Why you'll love it
- Three individually portioned 7.05 oz bags prevent waste and support smaller households or solo meals
- Unsauced base lets cooks control spice level, flavors, and dietary add-ins like cheese or egg
- Authentic garaetteok stick format delivers the chewy Korean comfort food texture restaurant dishes are known for
- Gluten-free and vegan recipe fits restrictive diets without sacrificing taste or versatility
- Shelf-stable rice-based pantry item offers fast weeknight meals without fresh produce prep
Perfect for
- Simmering classic tteokbokki with gochujang sauce, fish cakes, and egg for Korean street food nights
- Building rabokki by combining rice cakes with ramen noodles in spicy broth
- Adding chewy rice cake sticks to tteokguk soup or hot pot for a comforting Korean meal
- Upgrading instant ramen bowls with pre-portioned rice cake sticks
- Pan-frying garaetteok sticks as a snack plate appetizer or stir fry ingredient
- HIGH-QUALITY RICE CAKE – Tteokbokki tteok, or Korean rice cake, is a highly popular Korean street food and a delicious comfort food you can easily make at home. This comes in a value box of 6 individual packs and is non-GMO and gluten free. Our premium quality tteokbokki tteok has the perfect soft rice cake texture ideal for rice cake based dishes to give you an excellent dining experience in the comfort of your home! Enjoy the taste of homemade dishes with these quality rice cakes.
- DELICIOUS DISH – These packs of rice cakes come with a recipe and cooking directions for making the popular Korean dish, tteokbokki. Tteokbokki (also spelled ddukbokki, ddeokbokki, dukbokki or topokki), is a beloved Korean rice cake dish with many variations and a rich history. Literally translated as “stir-fried rice cake”, this spicy rice cake dish is enormously popular as a street food and also often enjoyed at home. It’s so good, once you get a taste, you’ll be craving for more!
- AUTHENTIC KOREAN FOOD – Tteokbokki tteok is a highly popular Korean street food and a delicious comfort food you can easily make at home. The spicy and slightly sweet dishes you can make with these chewy rice cakes are simply addictive! Our rice cakes are top quality that compares to that of high end restaurants’ but for the price and convenience of rice cakes found at your local grocery store. They’re easy to prepare, and the multipack makes these affordable on top of being tasteful.
- TASTY TTEOKBOKKI – Tteokbokki is made with garaetteok, a cylinder-shaped white rice cake that is used in various ways in Korea. The thick type is sliced into thin oval shapes for tteokguk (rice cake soup). The thinner, shorter type is used for tteokbokki, hence the name tteokbokki tteok. The dish is so popular it is served in restaurants, street vendors, and also made in many households. It’s so addictive, even if your tummy is full, you will still have some room for these spicy rice cakes!
- CONVENIENT & LONG-LASTING – With our rice cakes, cooking has never been easier. The multipack is economical, and the tightly sealed individual packaging is designed to last for long periods of time to retain freshness. Rice cakes can be frozen to last you even longer, so you don’t have to worry about it going bad soon. It’s great for last minute meals as it’s a tasty basic food that’s good for many different dishes. Expand your personal menu and enjoy classic tteokbokki.
- Product of Korea
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this product safe for a gluten-free diet?
Yes. The ingredient list is certified gluten-free, with rice, salt, citric acid, and cooking wine, so it fits into a gluten-free household without cross-concerns.
Is this product suitable for a vegan lifestyle?
Yes. The recipe is fully plant-based, with no animal-derived ingredients, making it a reliable vegan pantry staple.
Does this fit into an allergy-conscious household with multiple restrictions?
Yes. The short, clean ingredient list is free from common allergens like dairy and eggs, and the certified gluten-free and vegan recipe works for guests with layered dietary needs.
Can I use these rice cakes as part of a mindful meal prep routine?
Yes. The pre-portioned 7.05 oz bags make it easy to plan balanced bowls in advance, and the plain base lets you pair them with vegetables, proteins, and broths that match your wellness goals.
Does cooking with unsauced rice cakes help me control sodium and spice?
Yes. Because the rice cakes are unsauced, you decide exactly how much gochujang, soy, or salt goes in, which is ideal for anyone watching sodium, spice tolerance, or overall ingredient quality.
I follow a strict gluten-free vegan diet, is this a safe weekly staple?
Yes. The certified gluten-free and vegan ingredient profile makes it a dependable weekly staple, and the shelf-stable format means you can keep it on hand without worrying about spoilage.
Can I make a calming comfort meal with this on a tough day?
Yes. Simmering rice cake sticks in a warm broth or mild sauce is a classic Korean comfort ritual that feels soothing and grounding, similar to a bowl of soup on a hard day.
Will this help me stick to a plant-based eating routine?
Yes. The vegan, rice-based ingredient list is easy to combine with vegetables, tofu, mushrooms, or egg-free ramen, helping you stay consistent with plant-based meals.
How does this compare to flour-based noodles for a gluten-free diet?
Rice-based garaetteok is naturally gluten-free, and it delivers a chewy bite that many gluten-free noodles cannot match, making it a satisfying swap for pasta or wheat noodles.
Is this better for me than instant rice cake bowls that come pre-sauced?
Often, yes. Pre-sauced bowls typically contain added sodium, sugar, and preservatives. With plain rice cakes, you control the sauce, so it is easier to keep meals aligned with your wellness goals.
How does this compare to cauliflower or alternative grain rice cakes?
Traditional Korean garaetteok is made from rice, which gives it the authentic chewy texture associated with Korean comfort food. Vegetable-based alternatives tend to be softer and do not replicate that same bite.
I am sensitive to spice, will the plain rice cakes taste bland?
No. The rice cakes themselves have a mild, slightly sweet rice flavor, and you can finish them with non-spicy sauces like soy glaze, sesame oil, or a mild broth to suit your taste.
Are there any preservatives I should be worried about?
The ingredient list is short and simple, built around rice, salt, citric acid, and cooking wine, with no heavy preservatives typically found in pre-sauced convenience foods.
Is the packaging safe to store in a healthy kitchen?
Yes. The three inner bags are sealed for freshness and are designed for clean pantry storage, so the rice cakes stay protected without needing extra plastic or containers.
Can I include this in a balanced weekly meal plan?
Yes. The rice cakes are a versatile carb base that pairs well with vegetables, lean proteins, and broths, making it easy to slot into a balanced meal plan for the week.
How do I cook these Korean rice cake sticks at home?
The easiest method is to simmer one 7.05 oz bag of rice cakes in 1 to 1.5 cups of sauce, broth, or water for about 5 to 8 minutes until heated through and tender. For tteokbokki, add gochujang, sugar, and soy sauce. For rabokki, add a block of ramen noodles. For soup, drop them into tteokguk or any clear broth. For a snack, pan-fry the sticks in a little oil for 2 to 3 minutes per side until lightly golden.
Can I freeze the rice cakes for longer storage?
Yes. The rice cakes freeze well. Keep them in their sealed bag, place in the freezer, and thaw in the refrigerator overnight before cooking. Texture stays chewy after a quick simmer or pan-fry.
How do I store the rice cakes after opening?
Reseal the inner 7.05 oz bag tightly or transfer unused rice cakes to an airtight container. Refrigerate and use within a few days for the best chewy texture, or freeze for longer storage.
Do these rice cake sticks work with instant ramen noodles?
Yes. They are a classic upgrade for instant ramen. Simply add the rice cakes to the pot with the noodles and seasoning, simmer until tender, and you have rabokki in one bowl.
Are these rice cakes compatible with gochujang, cheese, and egg toppings?
Yes. The plain base is designed to pair with gochujang sauce, melted cheese, soft-boiled egg, scallions, fish cakes, and other common Korean tteokbokki toppings for a customizable bowl.
What is included in the box when it arrives?
Each 21.16 oz pack contains three individually sealed 7.05 oz bags of plain unsauced garaetteok rice cake sticks. No sauce, toppings, or additional items are included, so you can build your own recipe with your own pantry ingredients.
Are these rice cakes safe to eat every week?
Yes. The ingredient list is short and simple, with no heavy preservatives, and the product is certified gluten-free and vegan, making it suitable as a regular pantry staple for most households.
Will the rice cakes harden or go bad in the pantry?
No. As a shelf-stable rice-based product, the rice cakes are designed to stay soft and chewy in the pantry until opened. Always check the best-by date on the package for peak quality.
What is the difference between tteokbokki rice cakes and regular rice noodles?
Tteokbokki rice cakes, or garaetteok, are short cylindrical sticks made from glutinous rice that become chewy and bouncy when cooked. Rice noodles are thinner, made from rice flour and water, and have a softer, more slippery texture. Garaetteok holds up better in thick sauces and broth, which is why it is the traditional base for tteokbokki and rabokki.
