Caramelized Korean Jeon with Green Onion and Garlic Chives

Name: Caramelized Korean Jeon with Green Onion and Garlic Chives
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Appetizer
Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1 cup cold water; 1 large egg, beaten; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 cup green onions, cut into 2-inch pieces; 1 cup garlic chives, chopped; 1 small carrot, julienned; 1/4 cup sweet corn kernels; 1/4 cup soy sauce; 2 tablespoons rice vinegar; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil; 1 clove garlic, minced

A Crispy Korean Pancake with a Savory Twist

Dive into the delicious world of Korean cuisine with this crispy, caramelized pancake that pairs beautifully with a savory dipping sauce.

1 h 5 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Pancake Batter

1 cup all-purpose flour

1 cup cold water

1 large egg, beaten

1/2 teaspoon salt

For the Filling

1 cup green onions, cut into 2-inch pieces

1 cup garlic chives, chopped

1 small carrot, julienned

1/4 cup sweet corn kernels

For the Dipping Sauce

1/4 cup soy sauce

2 tablespoons rice vinegar

1 teaspoon sugar

1/2 teaspoon sesame oil

1 clove garlic, minced

Preparation

Marinating the Vegetables

Rinse vegetables

Rinse the green onions and garlic chives thoroughly under cold water.

Salt and rest

In a mixing bowl, toss with a pinch of salt and let sit for 10 minutes to draw out moisture.

Dry vegetables

Pat dry with paper towels to absorb excess moisture.

Preparing the Batter

Mix batter

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cold water, beaten egg, and salt until smooth.

Use ice-cold water to keep the batter light and airy.

Fold in vegetables

Fold in the prepared vegetables and mix gently until evenly combined.

Rest batter

Let the batter rest in the fridge for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Ensure no large clumps of flour remain in the batter for even cooking.

Cooking Process

Preheating

Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat with a splash of vegetable oil.

Timing: Preheating: 5 min; Heat: Medium-High Heat.

Caramelizing & Flipping

Pour a ladleful of batter into the hot skillet, spreading it to form an even layer. Cook until the edges are golden and crispy. Carefully flip and cook the other side until brown and crispy as well.

Timing: 10 min per batch; Heat: First side: Medium-High, Second side: Medium.

Plating & Serving