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Flavorful Korean Honey Butter Tteok Skewers Recipe with Strawberry Jam

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These Korean honey butter tteok skewers are a quick and easy snack featuring chewy rice cakes glazed in a buttery honey sauce and served with tangy strawberry jam. Perfect for casual gatherings or a cozy treat.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz (340 g) Korean rice cakes (tteok), cylindrical shape preferred, fresh or refrigerated
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) strawberry jam
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil (can substitute with canola or light olive oil)
  • Optional garnish: 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds or finely chopped roasted peanuts

Instructions

  1. If using refrigerated tteok, soak them in warm water for 10 minutes to soften, then drain well. Fresh rice cakes can be used as is.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the softened unsalted butter and honey. Mix thoroughly until smooth and creamy. If butter is cold, warm the mixture gently in a small saucepan over low heat for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  3. Thread 4-5 rice cakes onto each skewer, leaving a little space between each to allow even cooking.
  4. Preheat a non-stick skillet or grill pan over medium heat. Add 1 tbsp vegetable oil and swirl to coat the surface evenly.
  5. Place the skewers on the hot pan. Grill for about 2-3 minutes per side, turning carefully with tongs or a spatula, until the rice cakes develop a light golden-brown color with slight crisp edges but remain soft inside.
  6. Remove the skewers from the pan and immediately brush generously with the honey butter glaze. Optionally, dip and coat the skewers in the glaze for stronger flavor.
  7. Serve the skewers with a small bowl of strawberry jam on the side for dipping or drizzle a spoonful over the skewers.

Notes

Watch the heat carefully to avoid burning the honey butter glaze as it caramelizes quickly and can turn bitter. Use medium heat and turn skewers gently to keep the rice cakes intact. Fresh or refrigerated Korean rice cakes work best for chewy texture. For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with plant-based margarine and honey with agave syrup.

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Keywords: Korean rice cakes, tteok skewers, honey butter glaze, strawberry jam, Korean street food, sweet snack, easy recipe, party food

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