Korean Pancake

Korean pancake, also known as "jeon" or "buchimgae," is a popular Korean dish that can be enjoyed as a snack or a side dish. It's a savory pancake made with various ingredients such as vegetables, seafood, or meat, and is typically served with a dipping sauce.

Korean Pancake

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (such as scallions, carrots, and zucchini), chopped
  • 1/2 cup seafood (optional), chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix the flour, water, and egg to make the pancake batter.
  2. Add the chopped vegetables and seafood to the batter. Season with salt and pepper, and mix well.
  3. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add a tablespoon of vegetable oil.
  4. Pour a ladleful of the batter onto the skillet and spread it into a round shape.
  5. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more oil to the skillet as needed.
  7. Transfer the cooked pancakes to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
  8. Serve the Korean pancakes hot with a dipping sauce.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
25 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
20g
Protein
8g
Fat
5g

Supplies

Large bowl Non-stick skillet Ladle Plate Paper towels

Tools

Cutting board Knife Spatula

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Korean pancake is best served hot with a soy-based dipping sauce or a spicy gochujang dipping sauce.

Tips & tricks

Tips: Make sure the skillet is well-heated before pouring the batter to achieve a crispy texture.

Cost

$8