Gaeseongjuak || Daechujuak, Umegi, Pan-Fried Jujube Rice Cake, 개성주악, 대추주악, 우메기 1

Gaeseongjuak (개성주악) is a traditional Korean sweet treat, also known as Daechujuak (대추주악) or Umegi (우메기). It’s a type of pan-fried rice cake that’s filled with sweet red bean paste or jujube (a type of dried fruit).

Key Characteristics:

• Unique Shape: Gaeseongjuak is typically shaped into half-moons.
• Sweet and Chewy: The rice cake is chewy and slightly sweet, with a rich flavor from the filling.
• Crispy Exterior: The pan-frying process gives the outside a crispy texture.

Ingredients:

• Glutinous rice flour
• Sweet red bean paste or jujube paste
• Sesame seeds
• Vegetable oil

How to Make Gaeseongjuak:

1. Prepare the Dough: Mix glutinous rice flour with water to form a dough.
2. Fill the Dough: Shape the dough into small balls and fill them with sweet red bean paste or jujube paste.
3. Boil and Coat: Boil the filled dough balls until they float to the surface. Then, coat them in sesame seeds.
4. Pan-Fry: Heat oil in a pan and fry the coated dough balls until golden brown.

Where to Find Gaeseongjuak:

While Gaeseongjuak originated in the Gaeseong region of Korea, you can find it in various places:

• Traditional Korean Bakeries: These bakeries often specialize in traditional Korean sweets and snacks.
• Korean Markets: You might find Gaeseongjuak at traditional markets, especially during special occasions.
• Online Stores: Some online stores sell packaged Gaeseongjuak.

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