Tteokbokki Turkey Pot Pie
What Started it all:
Tteobokki and turkey potpie
A fusion delight that brings together the spicy, chewy goodness of Korean Tteokbokki with the comforting, hearty flavors of a classic turkey pot pie. Perfect for a unique dinner experience that will surprise and delight your guests.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Korean rice cakes (tteok)
- 1/4 cup gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 2 cups water
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 small carrot, sliced
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 1/2 cup fish cakes (optional)
- 2 cups cooked turkey, shredded
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- 1/2 cup frozen corn
- 1/2 cup diced carrots
- 1/2 cup diced potatoes
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, combine water, gochujang, soy sauce, and sugar. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
- Add the rice cakes, fish cakes (if using), carrot slices, and onion slices. Cook for about 10-15 minutes until the sauce thickens and the rice cakes are tender.
- Stir in the chopped green onions and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, diced carrots, and diced potatoes. Cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and cook for another 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Gradually add the chicken broth while stirring, then add the heavy cream. Continue to stir until the mixture thickens.
- Add the shredded turkey, frozen peas, and frozen corn. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for another 5 minutes, then remove from heat.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large baking dish, spread the Tteokbokki mixture evenly on the bottom.
- Pour the turkey pot pie filling over the Tteokbokki layer.
- Cover the filling with the puff pastry sheet, trimming any excess. Press the edges to seal and cut a few small slits on top to allow steam to escape.
- Brush the puff pastry with the beaten egg.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden brown and crispy.
This Tteokbokki Turkey Pot Pie is a delightful blend of spicy and savory flavors, perfect for those who love to experiment with fusion cuisine. Serve hot and enjoy the unique combination that brings the best of Korean and Western comfort foods to your table.