Soak the rice cakes in warm water for 30 minutes, then drain well.
Soaking the rice cakes will make them softer and easier to cook.
Chop the kimchi into small pieces and set it aside.
You can adjust the amount of kimchi based on how spicy you like your dish.
In a large pan, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Add the chopped garlic and ginger, and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Be careful not to burn the garlic as it can become bitter.
Add the kimchi to the pan and cook for 5 minutes, allowing it to release its juices.
Cooking the kimchi helps to deepen the flavor and make it more aromatic.
Stir in the gochujang (Korean red pepper paste), soy sauce, and sugar. Add the water and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Adjust the level of gochujang based on how spicy you prefer the dish.
Add the soaked rice cakes to the pan and stir to coat them in the sauce. Simmer for 10-15 minutes until the rice cakes are soft and fully absorbed with the sauce.
Stir occasionally to prevent the rice cakes from sticking to the pan.
Garnish with chopped spring onions and serve hot.
Kimchi Tteokbokki is best served immediately while the rice cakes are soft and chewy.
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