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Korean Rice Triangles (Samgak Joomukbap)


  • Author: Miya
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

Korean Rice Triangles (Samgak Joomukbap) are a delightful fusion of convenience and flavor, offering a handheld, snack-sized portion of traditional Korean rice dishes. These triangular rice cakes are filled with a variety of savory fillings like tuna, kimchi, or vegetables, and are wrapped in a sheet of nori (seaweed). The combination of sticky rice, flavorful fillings, and the slight saltiness of the seaweed makes each bite uniquely satisfying.


Ingredients

Scale

Rice Base

  • 2 cups short-grain white rice (or sushi rice)
  • 2 ½ cups water
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds

Filling Options (Choose One or Mix & Match)

Tuna Mayo Filling

  • 1 can tuna, drained
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • ½ teaspoon soy sauce
  • ½ teaspoon sesame oil

Spicy Chicken Filling

  • ½ cup cooked chicken breast, shredded
  • 1 teaspoon gochujang (Korean red pepper paste)
  • ½ teaspoon honey
  • ½ teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce

Kimchi & Egg Filling

  • ¼ cup chopped kimchi (squeezed of excess liquid)
  • 1 scrambled egg, cooked and crumbled
  • ½ teaspoon sesame oil

Vegetable & Tofu Filling

  • ¼ cup finely diced carrots
  • ¼ cup finely chopped spinach
  • ¼ cup crumbled firm tofu
  • ½ teaspoon soy sauce
  • ½ teaspoon sesame oil

Additional Ingredients

  • 6 small sheets roasted seaweed (gim/nori)
  • 1 teaspoon furikake (optional, for extra flavor)

Instructions

Cook the Rice

  1. Rinse the Rice – Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well.
  2. Cook the Rice – In a rice cooker or pot, cook the rice with 2 ½ cups water. Let it sit for 10 minutes after cooking.
  3. Season the Rice – Mix in salt, sesame oil, and toasted sesame seeds while the rice is warm.

Prepare the Filling

  1. Choose a Filling – Select your preferred filling from the options above.
  2. Mix the Ingredients – In a bowl, combine the filling ingredients and mix well.

Assemble the Rice Triangles

  1. Portion the Rice – Divide the rice into six equal portions.
  2. Shape the Triangles – Wet your hands lightly with water to prevent sticking. Take one portion of rice, flatten it in your palm, and place 1 tablespoon of filling in the center.
  3. Seal the Filling – Fold the rice over the filling, shaping it into a firm triangle.
  4. Wrap with Seaweed – Wrap the bottom of the rice triangle with a small sheet of seaweed.
  5. Repeat – Continue with the remaining rice and filling.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes

Nutrition

  • Calories: 180-250 kcal