By steaming the tteokgalbi, we reduced the destruction of nutrients, and by steaming it using broth, we reduced the sodium content.
Calories
274kcal
Carbs
34.9g
Protein
20.1g
Fat
6g
Sodium
196mg
Ingredients
Others
Sweet Pumpkin(150g), Broth(100g), Chopped Beef(100g) Chopped Green Onion(10g), Chopped Garlic(10g), Chopped Onion(30g) Sesame Oil(5g), Low-sodium Soy Sauce(10g), Pepper Powder(0.2g) Plum Extract(10g), Glutinous Rice Flour(20g), Sugar(10g), Pine Nuts(10g)
Finding these ingredients in the US
- Plum ExtractKorean green-plum syrup (maesil-cheong), from Korean markets or online. A little honey plus a splash of rice vinegar is the usual stand-in.
- Glutinous Rice FlourSold as 'sweet rice flour' or 'glutinous rice flour' at Asian markets and many baking aisles. Not the same as regular rice flour.
- Sweet PumpkinSold as kabocha squash at most supermarkets, especially in fall. Butternut squash is wetter and sweeter but works.
- Sesame OilChoose toasted (dark) sesame oil from the international aisle — light cold-pressed sesame oil won't give the same aroma.
- Low-sodium Soy SauceAny supermarket soy sauce works here; low-sodium versions swap in 1:1.
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g of main ingredientsSweet 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
Pine Nuts
- Rich in iron (6mg) — helps your blood carry oxygen
- Rich in protein (17g) — used to build and maintain muscle and body tissue
Source: RDA National Standard Food Composition Table. General nutritional info, not a claim of medical benefit.
Instructions
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🔍Cut the sweet pumpkin with a knife and remove the seeds with a spoon.
🔍Lay cheesecloth and steam the prepared sweet pumpkin in a steamer with rising steam for about 15 minutes.
🔍Season the chopped beef with green onion, garlic, onion, sesame oil, soy sauce, pepper, and plum extract.
🔍Add glutinous rice flour to the seasoned beef in 3 and mix evenly.
🔍Add the seasoned beef to the steamed pumpkin and shape.
🔍Once the broth comes to a boil, add the prepared sweet pumpkin tteokgalbi (⑤) and steam gently for about 20 minutes, then top with pine nuts to finish.