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Haemul Pajeon (Korean Seafood Pancake)

Name: Haemul Pajeon (Korean Seafood Pancake)
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: {'ingredient': 'All-purpose flour', 'amount': '1 cup'}; {'ingredient': 'Cold water', 'amount': '3/4 cup'}; {'ingredient': 'Eggs', 'amount': '2'}; {'ingredient': 'Salt', 'amount': '1/2 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Soy sauce', 'amount': '1 tablespoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Sesame oil', 'amount': '1 tablespoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Vegetable oil', 'amount': '2 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Assorted seafood (shrimp, squid, mussels)', 'amount': '1 cup, chopped'}; {'ingredient': 'Green onions', 'amount': '1 cup, sliced'}; {'ingredient': 'Red chili pepper', 'amount': '1, sliced (optional)'}; {'ingredient': 'Soy sauce (for dipping sauce)', 'amount': '3 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Vinegar (for dipping sauce)', 'amount': '1 tablespoon'}

Immerse yourself in the flavors of Korean cuisine with this traditional Haemul Pajeon. This pancake is a beautiful medley of succulent seafood, vibrant green onions, and a hint of heat from red chili peppers, all enveloped in a savory, crispy batter. Historically, Pajeon (Korean Pancakes) are a staple in Korean households, especially on rainy days because they create a delightful sizzling sound reminiscent of rain when cooked. This version, Haemul Pajeon, is particularly enjoyed in coastal areas where fresh seafood is abundant.

Servings: 2-3

Ingredients

All-purpose flour: 1 cup
Cold water: 3/4 cup
Eggs: 2
Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
Soy sauce: 1 tablespoon
Sesame oil: 1 tablespoon
Vegetable oil: 2 tablespoons
Assorted seafood (shrimp, squid, mussels): 1 cup, chopped
Green onions: 1 cup, sliced
Red chili pepper: 1, sliced (optional)
Soy sauce (for dipping sauce): 3 tablespoons
Vinegar (for dipping sauce): 1 tablespoon

Instructions

In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cold water, eggs, and salt until the batter is smooth.
Stir in the soy sauce and sesame oil into the batter until well combined.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Add the chopped assorted seafood, sliced green onions, and sliced red chili pepper to the skillet. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the seafood is cooked through.
Pour the batter over the sautéed seafood and vegetables in the skillet, ensuring it's spread evenly across the pan.
Cook the pancake for 4-5 minutes or until the bottom is golden brown and crispy.
Carefully flip the pancake with a spatula and cook for an additional 4-5 minutes until the other side is equally golden brown and crispy.
Transfer the haemul pajeon to a serving plate and cut it into wedges.
For the dipping sauce, mix together the soy sauce and vinegar in a small bowl.
Serve the haemul pajeon hot, accompanied with the dipping sauce.

Dietary Information

Servings: 2-3 • Dish Type: Appetizer • Prep Time: 10 minutes • Cook Time: 15 minutes • Calories: 370 • Fat: 14g • Carbs: 40g • Protein: 20g • Sodium: 950mg • Sugar: 3g