Ho bak jun, also known as Korean zucchini pancake, is a savory and crispy treat that combines the flavors of zucchini, scallions, and a variety of seasonings. It is a popular street food in South Korea, often served as a snack or side dish. Ho bak jun is made by grating zucchini and then mixing it with flour, eggs, and seasonings. The batter is then pan-fried until golden brown and crispy. The result is a pancake that is both light and flavorful, with a slightly sweet and savory taste. This article provides two recipes for ho bak jun: a classic version and a vegan version. The classic recipe uses eggs and all-purpose flour, while the vegan recipe uses chickpea flour and flax eggs. Both recipes are easy to follow and can be made with ingredients that are readily available. So whether you're looking for a traditional Korean snack or a vegan-friendly option, this article has you covered.
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ZUCCHINI PANCAKES
Provided by Ina Garten
Categories side-dish
Time 24m
Yield 10 (3-inch) pancakes
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F.
- Grate the zucchini into a bowl using the large grating side of a box grater. Immediately stir in the onion and eggs. Stir in 6 tablespoons of the flour, the baking powder, salt, and pepper. (If the batter gets too thin from the liquid in the zucchini, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of flour.)
- Heat a large (10 to 12-inch) saute pan over medium heat and melt 1/2 tablespoon butter and 1/2 tablespoon oil together in the pan. When the butter is hot but not smoking, lower the heat to medium-low and drop heaping soup spoons of batter into the pan. Cook the pancakes about 2 minutes on each side, until browned. Place the pancakes on a sheet pan and keep warm in the oven. Wipe out the pan with a dry paper towel, add more butter and oil to the pan, and continue to fry the pancakes until all the batter is used. The pancakes can stay warm in the oven for up to 30 minutes. Serve hot.
ZUCCHINI PANCAKES WITH CRESENZA AND ROASTED RED PEPPERS
Steps:
- Grate zucchini and place in tea towel and squeeze out the water. Mix flour, salt, pepper and nutmeg. Whisk eggs and add butter along with the water. Stir liquid ingredients into dry ingredients. Stir grated zucchini and cheese into batter. Adjust with more water if batter is too thick and adjust seasoning.
- In a large saute pan, heat a thin layer of olive oil. When almost smoking, spoon the batter into the pan to make pancakes. When lightly browned, flip. Continue until all the batter is used. Drain the pancakes on paper towels.
- Divide the pancakes between each plate. Crumble some cheese on top and serve with roasted red peppers.
ZUCCHINI PANCAKES
Made with zucchini, these are a tasty change of pace from ordinary potato pancakes. Add a little shredded onion to give them a savory kick. -Charlotte Goldberg, Honey Grove, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place zucchini in a colander over a plate; let stand to drain. Squeeze and blot dry with paper towels., In a bowl, mix egg, cheese, baking mix and pepper. Add zucchini; toss to coat., In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Drop four pancakes into skillet; press lightly to flatten. Cook until golden brown, 2 minutes per side. If desired, serve with sour cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 177 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 99mg cholesterol, Sodium 271mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.
ZUCCHINI PANCAKES
Mucver (pronounced moosh-vair) are delicate, crisp zucchini pancakes popular in Turkey. This version has not just shredded zucchini, but also tiny clouds of feta and a sprinkling of minced fresh dill and scallions. They are crisp on the outside, tender within and subtly herbaceous. The trick to making the pancakes crisp and not soggy is to squeeze all the water out of the zucchini before mixing it with the other ingredients. A little brute force is required.
Provided by Elaine Louie
Categories dinner, quick, weekday, weeknight, pancakes, appetizer
Time 30m
Yield 12 pancakes
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 250 degrees. Place zucchini in a colander over a bowl, and mix with 1/2 teaspoon salt. Allow to drain for five minutes. Transfer to a cloth kitchen towel, and squeeze hard to extract as much moisture as possible. Squeeze a second time; volume will shrink to about half the original.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine zucchini and eggs. Using a fork, mix well. Add flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt, olive oil, feta, scallions, dill and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Mix well, add baking powder, and mix again.
- Place a cast iron skillet or other heavy skillet over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons vegetable oil and heat until shimmering. Place heaping tablespoons of zucchini batter in pan several inches apart, allowing room to spread. Flatten them with a spatula if necessary; pancakes should be about 3/8 inch thick and about 3 inches in diameter. Fry until golden on one side, then turn and fry again until golden on other side. Repeat once or twice, frying about 5 to 6 minutes total, so pancakes get quite crisp. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels, and keep warm in oven. Continue frying remaining batter, adding more oil to pan as needed. Serve hot.
- For yogurt sauce: In a small bowl, combine yogurt, garlic and salt. Mix well, and serve on the side or on pancakes.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 151, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 7 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 244 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams
Tips:
- For crispy results, ensure the pan is hot enough before adding the batter and do not overcrowd the pan.
- Use a combination of zucchini, carrots, and spring onions for a colorful and flavorful pancake.
- Add some grated ginger or garlic to the batter for an extra kick of flavor.
- Serve Ho Bak Jun with your favorite dipping sauce, such as soy sauce, chili sauce, or hoisin sauce.
- Ho Bak Jun can be enjoyed as a snack, appetizer, or main course.
Conclusion:
Ho Bak Jun is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to use up leftover vegetables and is a healthy and satisfying meal. With its crispy exterior and flavorful filling, Ho Bak Jun is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.
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