Crunchy Rice Paper Tteok (Korean Rice Cake) Skewers with Sweet & Spicy Sauce
If you love Korean street food, these Rice Paper Tteok Skewers are a must-try. Inspired by traditional tteok-kkochi (skewered rice cakes with sweet and spicy sauce), this recipe uses rice paper for an irresistible crispy layer around chewy Korean rice cakes (garaetteok). Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or party food, these skewers are easy to make at home with simple ingredients.
8/13/20251 min read
Ingredients
8 pieces garaetteok (about 7 oz)
2 skewers
4 sheets rice paper
1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean chili paste)
2 tablespoons corn syrup
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon oyster sauce
2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon minced garlic
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the rice cakes
Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the rice cakes for about 5 minutes until soft and chewy. Drain well.
Step 2: Make the sweet and spicy sauce
In a small pot, combine gochujang, corn syrup, sugar, soy sauce, oyster sauce, water, and minced garlic. Simmer over low heat until the sauce thickens, then remove from heat and set aside.
Step 3: Wrap with rice paper
Fill a large plate or shallow dish with lukewarm water. Dip each sheet of rice paper briefly until softened. Lightly oil a cutting board to prevent sticking, then wrap each rice cake with the softened rice paper to form a snug roll.
Step 4: Air-fry until crispy
Lightly brush the rice paper rolls with oil. Place in an air fryer at 380°F for 4 minutes, flip, and cook for another 4 minutes until golden and crispy.
Step 5: Assemble and serve
Thread the crispy rice cake rolls onto skewers. Generously brush with the prepared sauce before serving.
Tips for the Best Rice Paper Tteok Skewers
Rice cakes: Fresh garaetteok works best, but frozen rice cakes can be used after thawing.
Rice paper handling: Avoid over-soaking rice paper; a quick dip in lukewarm water is enough.
Cooking method: These can also be pan-fried in a small amount of oil if you don’t have an air fryer.
Spice level: Adjust the amount of gochujang to make it milder or spicier.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
A crispy twist on the classic Korean tteok-kkochi.
Sweet, spicy, and savory flavor in every bite.
Simple ingredients and quick cooking time.
These Rice Paper Tteok Skewers are perfect for recreating your favorite Korean street food at home—crispy on the outside, chewy on the inside, and coated in a flavorful sauce that’s addictive.
