Because of the sweetness of jujubes, you can use less soy sauce and reduce sodium.
Calories
253kcal
Carbs
15g
Protein
26.9g
Fat
9.5g
Sodium
196mg
Ingredients
Main
Others
Beef(100g), Pork(100g), Jujube(3pcs), Onion(30g), Garlic(20g), Korean Pear(1/4pcs), Zucchini(1/2pcs), Sweet Pumpkin(1/4pcs), Bell Pepper(50g), Ginseng(1Root), Button Mushroom(5pcs), Napa Cabbage Leaf(5sheet(s)), Low-sodium Soy Sauce(20g), Sugar(20g), Salt(0.2g), Pepper Powder(0.01g) Tofu(50g)
Finding these ingredients in the US
- ZucchiniKorean zucchini (aehobak) is sweeter with thinner skin; regular zucchini works fine in most dishes.
- Korean PearKorean pears are at Asian markets and many supermarkets in fall. For marinades, a Bosc pear with a little sugar works.
- JujubeDried jujubes (Korean red dates) are at Korean and Chinese markets. In savory dishes, leave them out rather than substituting raisins.
- Sweet PumpkinSold as kabocha squash at most supermarkets, especially in fall. Butternut squash is wetter and sweeter but works.
- Low-sodium Soy SauceAny supermarket soy sauce works here; low-sodium versions swap in 1:1.
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g of main ingredientsBeef
- Rich in protein (17g) — used to build and maintain muscle and body tissue
- Rich in vitamin B3 (niacin) (2.2mg) — supports energy metabolism and skin health
Pork
- Rich in vitamin B1 (0.49mg) — used to turn carbohydrates into energy
- Rich in protein (13g) — used to build and maintain muscle and body tissue
Jujube
- Rich in vitamin C (86mg) — acts as an antioxidant and helps you absorb iron
- Contains natural sugars (24g) — provides quick energy for daily activities
Onion
- Contains dietary fiber (1.6g) — can support digestion and help you feel full
Korean Pear
- Contains natural sugars (8.3g) — provides quick energy for daily activities
- Contains dietary fiber (1.1g) — can support digestion and help you feel full
Zucchini
- Rich in vitamin C (40mg) — acts as an antioxidant and helps you absorb iron
- Rich in calcium (61mg) — a key building block of bones and teeth
Sweet Pumpkin
- Rich in vitamin A (310μg) — supports normal vision and skin health
- Rich in dietary fiber (5g) — can support digestion and help you feel full
Bell Pepper
- Rich in vitamin C (120mg) — acts as an antioxidant and helps you absorb iron
- Rich in vitamin B3 (niacin) (1mg) — supports energy metabolism and skin health
Ginseng
- Rich in iron (4.6mg) — helps your blood carry oxygen
- Rich in calcium (84mg) — a key building block of bones and teeth
Button Mushroom
- Rich in vitamin B3 (niacin) (3.4mg) — supports energy metabolism and skin health
- Rich in vitamin B2 (0.35mg) — supports energy metabolism and healthy skin
Source: RDA National Standard Food Composition Table. General nutritional info, not a claim of medical benefit.
Instructions
Follow the steps to see at a glance when and how each ingredient is used.
🔍Peel the jujube in a spiral, remove the seed, and finely chop.
🔍Knead jujube, salt, and pepper into the chopped beef and pork.
🔍Coarsely cut the zucchini, sweet pumpkin, and bell pepper and knead well into ?.
🔍Slice the button mushroom and cook in a pan; trim the crown from the ginseng, wash thoroughly, stir-fry in a pan, finely cut, and add to ?.
🔍Shape the evenly mixed tteokgalbi into a rib shape.
🔍Grill the tteokgalbi in a pan, lay napa cabbage leaf on a plate, top with cooked button mushroom, and place the tteokgalbi.