The chewiness of tteok is unique as it feels very soft when you bite it, and it only gets softer and bouncier when you heat it up. When cooked in soups and sauces, tteok becomes plump like a dumpling.

The art of cheesemaking is a time-honored tradition that is far less complicated than one might think. Knowing how to make your own at home can unlock a world of unpasteurized possibilities if you are ...