Crispy Korean Spring Onion Pancake Recipe
This Crispy Korean Spring Onion Pancake, known as Pajeon, is a savory and delightfully crunchy appetizer or snack. Made with a simple batter of flour, cold water, and fresh spring onions, it is pan-fried to golden perfection for a crispy texture. Serve with soy sauce or your favorite dipping sauce for an authentic Korean treat that’s quick and easy to prepare.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Korean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Batter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 cup cold water
Main Ingredient
- 5–6 fresh spring onions, finely chopped
For Cooking
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
Instructions
- Prepare the batter: In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Gradually add cold water while stirring continuously until you have a smooth, lump-free batter.
- Add the spring onions: Fold the finely chopped spring onions into the batter, mixing until they are evenly distributed throughout.
- Heat the oil: In a non-stick skillet over medium heat, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil until hot but not smoking.
- Cook the first pancake: Pour half of the batter into the skillet and spread it evenly into a round shape. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, or until the bottom turns golden brown and crispy.
- Flip and cook the other side: Carefully flip the pancake using a spatula and continue cooking for another 3 to 4 minutes until it becomes crispy on both sides.
- Repeat and serve: Remove the cooked pancake from the skillet and keep warm. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the pan and repeat the cooking process with the rest of the batter. Serve immediately with soy sauce or your preferred dipping sauce.
Notes
- Use cold water to keep the batter light and help achieve a crispy texture.
- For an extra crispy finish, you can add a little cornstarch (about 1-2 teaspoons) to the flour before mixing.
- Spring onions can be substituted with scallions if unavailable.
- Serve hot for the best crispy texture; the pancake tends to soften when cooled.
- Accompany with soy sauce mixed with a dash of vinegar and chili flakes for dipping.
Keywords: Korean pancake, Pajeon, Spring onion pancake, Crispy pancake, Korean appetizer, savory pancakes
