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Korean Vegetable Pancakes

Crispy Korean Vegetable Pancakes for a Flavorful Twist

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Try these delicious Korean Vegetable Pancakes, also known as Yachaejeon, for a crispy and flavorful way to enjoy fresh vegetables.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 pancakes
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour or gluten-free blend
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch ensure gluten-free if needed
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
For the Vegetables
  • 4 stalks green onions
  • 1 medium red onion
  • 1 medium carrot or zucchini for substitution
  • 1 medium red pepper
  • 1 cup cabbage or leafy greens
  • 1 medium hot pepper optional
For Frying and Dipping
  • 1/4 cup oil for frying neutral oil or sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes optional
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil

Equipment

  • non-stick skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash and slice green onions, red onion, carrot, red pepper, cabbage, and hot pepper into thin, uniform slices.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, turmeric, salt, and baking powder. Gradually add water, whisking until smooth.
  3. Fold the sliced vegetables into the batter until evenly coated without over-mixing.
  4. Whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sesame seeds, and chili flakes in a small bowl for dipping sauce.
  5. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and coat the bottom with oil. Wait for the oil to shimmer.
  6. Pour batter into the skillet, spreading it into a thin circle. Cook until golden, about 3-4 minutes, then flip and cook another 3-4 minutes.
  7. Serve warm with dipping sauce on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pancakeCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 4gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure vegetables are cut uniformly for even cooking. Adjust batter thickness with water if necessary. Avoid overcrowding the pan while frying pancakes.

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