Korean Seafood Pancake

Korean Seafood Pancake (Pajeon)

Haemul pajeon, or seafood pancake, is one of the most ordered Korean appetizers at restaurants for good reason, but it is very quick and straightforward to make at home with just all purpose flour and water (or a pre-made Korean pancake mix, if you prefer). These pancakes are an excellent way to use remaining or leftover proteins and vegetables in your fridge!

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Cook time: 20 min (Prep: 10 min)
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Pancake Batter

Dipping Sauce

Directions

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  • Step 1

    To prepare the batter, lightly mix the flour, egg, cold water, and salt until just combined, leaving a few clumps. Avoid over-mixing, as this can lead to a thick / chewy pancake texture.
    • 2 cup all purpose flour (240 g) (or a Korean Pancake mix)
    • 1 cup water, cold (120 g) (the colder the water and ingredients, the crispier the pancake)
    • 1 egg (50 g) (optional)
    • 1/2 tsp salt (3 g) (omit if using a Korean Pancake mix with added sodium)
  • Step 2

    Add green onion and red chili and mix until the they are fully coated with batter.
    • 4 stalks green onion, cut into 3 inch pieces (60 g)
    • 2 red chili peppers, sliced (30 g) (remove the seeds)
  • Step 3

    To a pan heated over medium-high heat, add a generous amount of oil, enough to cover the surface. Once the oil is hot, pour in the batter.
    • Step 4

      Pan fry for 30 seconds, then add in shrimp and squid on top.
      • 4 shrimp, deshelled (50 g) (whole or sliced)
      • 1/2 cup squid, sliced (75 g) (optional)
    • Step 5

      Pan fry the batter for 3-5 minutes until the edges turn crispy. Flip the pancake and fry for another 3-5 minutes until both sides are crispy, then set aside.
      • Step 6

        For the dipping sauce, mix soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, sesame seeds, and sesame oil.
        • 3 tbsp light soy sauce (45 g)
        • 1 tbsp rice vinegar (15 g)
        • 1 tbsp brown sugar (12 g)
        • 1 tbsp sesame oil (12 g)
        • 1 tsp sesame seeds (4 g)
      • Step 7

        To serve, cut and divide the pancakes and serve with the dipping sauce, enjoy!

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