Korean Vegetable Pancakes (Pajeon)

⏳ Time

20 minutes

🥕 Ingredients

🍽️ Servings

Description

Korean vegetable pancakes, known as pajeon, are a delicious dish made with a variety of fresh vegetables and a light batter. They are often enjoyed as an appetizer or snack and pair well with a soy dipping sauce. Perfect for sharing with friends or family, these pancakes are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, making them a delightful addition to any meal.

Ingredients

Courgette - 5.3 oz
Carrot - 5.3 oz
Sweet Pepper - 5.3 oz
Apple - 3.5 oz
Scallions - 0.7 oz
Chickpea - 4.6 oz
Corn Starch - 1.8 oz
Water - 7 fl oz
Chicken Egg - 1 piece
Soy Sauce - 3 fl oz
Rice Vinegar for Sushi - 1 tablespoon
Sugar - 0.5 oz
Sesame Oil - 1 tablespoon
Mild Chili Spice - to taste
Salt - to taste
Sesame bun - to taste

Step by Step guide

Step 1

Prepare all the ingredients.

Step 2

Cut the green onions into long strips.

Step 3

Grate the carrot and apple using a Korean grater or cut them into thin strips.

Step 4

Cut the bell pepper and zucchini into thin strips.

Step 5

Prepare the batter: mix flour, starch, 150 g of water, and an egg, whisking together with a whisk or blender.

Step 6

Add the prepared vegetables, season with salt and pepper, and mix well.

Step 7

Heat a small skillet with vegetable oil, pour the batter to cover the surface, shaping it into one large pancake, and fry until golden brown on both sides. Repeat this process for the remaining batter.