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Tteokguk

From the video “Rice cake soup (Tteokguk: 떡국)” by Maangchi. RecipesMD is not affiliated with Maangchi. Steps are in our own words.

Machine-read from the video · not yet checked by a personMediumFine for a weeknight
Mild
Total time
~10 min
est.
Serves
3
Cost
~$3.35*
per serving, Ontariosave ~$16.65* vs ordering out
Difficulty
Medium
Ingredients
13

Ingredients

  • No pork

May contain egg, fish, sesame

Read from the ingredient list. Check packaging if you have an allergy.

Ontario grocery estimate*

~$10.04*for 3 people
~$3.35*per serving

You save about ~$16.65* per serving (83% less*) than ordering it out — ~$49.96* for 3 people.

Order out = a typical Ontario Korean restaurant plate, before delivery fees, tax and tip.

6 ingredients priced from Ontario averages · 2 predicted from typical costs · not priced: sliced rice cake, dried seaweed paper

* Estimate, not a quote: 2 line(s) we couldn't price were filled with typical costs for their type; restaurant comparison is a typical Ontario Korean restaurant plate at ~$20, before delivery fees, tax and tip. Prices: Ontario averages (StatCan 2026-07) + RecipesMD estimates, pro-rated, staples excluded.

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Nutrition & health

Not estimated: only 82% of ingredient lines (56% of mass) could be matched to USDA data (minimum 60%).

Equipment

  • Dutch oven
  • skillet
  • colander
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • bowls

What the video didn’t say

  • Total cooking time was not explicitly stated in minutes.
  • Exact heat level settings other than high and medium were not numerically specified.
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Read from the public video by gemini-3.5-flash-lite on 2026-10-05. Thumbnail and video are Maangchi’s, shown through YouTube’s official embed.

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Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about Tteokguk

What makes Maangchi's Tteokguk recipe and technique special?

Maangchi's take on Tteokguk focuses on home kitchen precision, balancing Korean flavors with an estimated under 30 minutes total preparation time. Every step is timestamped to the exact second in the video so you can follow along hands-free.

How much does it cost to make Tteokguk at Ontario grocery prices?

Based on Statistics Canada benchmark consumer food pricing, this Tteokguk recipe costs approximately $2.65 CAD per serving (yielding 3 portions). Home cooking saves an estimated 60% to 75% compared to ordering takeout at a restaurant.

Can I make Tteokguk ahead of time or store leftovers?

Yes. Leftover Tteokguk can be refrigerated in an airtight container for 3 to 4 days. If the recipe contains delicate leafy greens or dressed ingredients, keep the dressing separate until ready to serve to maintain crisp texture.

What substitutions can I make in Maangchi's Tteokguk?

This recipe utilizes approximately 13 ingredients across 19 steps. For gluten-free adaptations, swap regular soy sauce or flour with tamari or cornstarch. For vegetarian adaptations, replace meat proteins with extra-firm tofu, mushrooms, or legumes while preserving the aromatics.

Where can I watch the video tutorial for Tteokguk?

The official cooking video by Maangchi is embedded directly on RecipesMD, featuring video timeline scrubbing that jumps directly to each step, adjustable playback speeds, and Kitchen Mode.