This product is a wheat flour-based rice cake (mil-tteok) used in Tteokbokki — one of Korea's most iconic street foods. The main ingredient is wheat flour (98.6%). Unlike regular rice cakes made from rice, this wheat-based version has an especially chewy and springy texture. The small, cylindrical bite-sized pieces are most commonly enjoyed by simmering them in a sweet and spicy Gochujang sauce. As a frozen product, it can be used directly from the freezer without any prior thawing.

Yes. This product contains gluten (including wheat) and soybeans, both of which are among the 14 major allergens subject to mandatory labelling under EU Regulation 1169/2011. Since wheat flour is the primary ingredient (98.6%), the gluten content is high, making this product unsuitable for people with gluten intolerance (coeliac disease) or wheat allergy. The ingredient "Gammiyu S" is a soybean oil-based component, so people with soy allergies should exercise caution before consuming. Additionally, this product contains a small amount of food-grade ethanol (alcohol).

The suitability of this product for vegans or vegetarians has not been officially confirmed. Based on the ingredient list alone (wheat flour, refined salt, soybean oil-based Gammiyu S, ethanol), it is not possible to fully determine whether any animal-derived ingredients are present. Those strictly following a vegan or vegetarian diet are advised to contact the manufacturer (Nangman Brother) directly before purchasing, or to reach out to the DotAsia customer support team at dotasia.eu for further clarification.

Yes, the ingredient list includes food-grade alcohol (ethanol). Ethanol is used in small amounts in Korean food products for preservation and texture improvement purposes. However, those following a diet that avoids alcohol — including a halal diet — should be aware of this before consuming. This product is not halal-certified and is not recommended for those following a halal diet.

This product must be kept frozen at −18°C or below. After opening, reseal any unused portion and return it to the freezer. Do not refreeze once thawed. No thawing is required before cooking — simply add the rice cakes directly from frozen into boiling sauce or water. Bring water and Gochujang sauce to a boil in a pan, add the rice cakes, and cook over medium-low heat for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally. As the tteok absorbs the sauce, it becomes soft and wonderfully chewy. Serve immediately, as the dish cools quickly.