Green Onion Pancakes (Pajeon)

Name: Green Onion Pancakes (Pajeon)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Asian, Korean
Ingredients: 1 white onion shredded; Spring onions; Corn starch; Flour; Vegetable oil; Garlic; Salt; Pepper; Fresh Chilli; Soya bean paste (doenjang); Soya sauce; Rice vinegar; Agave; Sesame seeds

11 steps

Prep:10minCook:15min

This Pajeon recipe is a wonderful way to enjoy the savory and vibrant flavors of Korean cuisine. The crispy texture of the pancake combined with the fresh taste of green onions and the tangy dipping sauce makes for a satisfying and delicious dish. It’s perfect for a quick snack, a light meal, or an appetizer.

Updated at: Fri, 26 Jul 2024 17:00:47 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Unbalanced

Glycemic Index

Low

Glycemic Load

Moderate

Nutrition per serving

Calories189.6 kcal (9%)

Total Fat8.1 g (12%)

Carbs25.8 g (10%)

Sugars9.1 g (10%)

Protein4.9 g (10%)

Sodium1637.5 mg (82%)

Fiber2.5 g (9%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Ingredients

2 servings

For the Sauce

Instructions

Step 1

Cut the spring onions into 5 inch long pieces

Step 2

If using, thinly slice the fresh red or green chilies.

Step 3

In a bowl, mix flour, corn starch, and water to achieve a smooth batter consistency.

Step 4

Add garlic powder, salt and pepper, and soybean paste if using. Stir well until the batter is smooth.

Step 5

Heat a non-stick pan on the stove. Add vegetable oil to the heated pan. Arrange the green onion pieces on the pan and add a little extra batter.

Step 6

If using, distribute the sliced chilies evenly over the green onions. Pour the batter evenly over the green onions (and chilies, if using).

Step 7

While the pancake is cooking, gently pat and press it with a spatula to maintain its shape.

Step 8

After a few minutes, when the bottom of the pancake turns crispy and golden brown, carefully flip it over. Cook for a few more minutes until the other side turns crispy and golden brown. Flip or turn the pancake as needed to ensure both sides are evenly cooked.

Step 9

Cook for a few more minutes until the other side turns crispy and golden brown. Flip or turn the pancake as needed to ensure both sides are evenly cooked.

Step 10

In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, rice vinegar, agave syrup or sugar, chili flakes, and sesame seeds.

Step 11

Transfer the cooked pancake to a serving plate. Serve hot with the prepared dipping sauce.