Best 4 Korean Pancakes Pa Jun Recipes
Indulge in the savory and delectable world of Korean pancakes, known as pa jun. These savory pancakes are a symphony of flavors and textures, featuring a crispy exterior and a tender, fluffy interior. Made with a batter of wheat flour, rice flour, and eggs, pa jun can be adorned with a variety of fillings, from succulent seafood to crisp vegetables. The most popular variation, seafood pa jun, bursts with the briny goodness of shrimp, mussels, and squid, while the vegetable pa jun offers a delightful medley of carrots, zucchini, and scallions. For those who prefer a meaty delight, the pork pa jun is a must-try, featuring tender slices of pork belly. And for a unique twist, the kimchi pa jun incorporates the spicy and tangy flavors of kimchi, Korea's national dish. Whichever recipe you choose, these Korean pancakes promise an unforgettable culinary experience.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
KOREAN PANCAKES (PA JUN)
This came from the February 11, 2009 edition of the New York Times, describing several immigrants in the area and their weeknight "go-to" staples. Ji Yoon Yoo suggested a Korean savory pancake. A tasty and easy way to use up leftover veggies. If you want, try a little sesame oil in the dipping sauce.
Provided by Kumquat the Cats fr
Categories Vegetable
Time 20m
Yield 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine vinegar, soy sauce, sugar (if using) and red pepper flakes. Mix well and set aside.
- Fill a pitcher or glass with ice and 1/2 cup or more cold water; set aside. Place a small (6-8 inch) non-stick or well seasoned skillet over medium-low heat. Coat bottom with vegetable oil and allow to heat.
- In a medium bowl, whisk eggs just until frothy. Add flour and salt and whisk to combine. Add vegetables and stir to blend. Add 1/2 cup ice water and mix again to blend.
- Fill a 1/2 cup measuring cup with batter and pour into hot pan. Allow to sit until browned and crispy on bottom, about 2 minutes. Flip pancake and cook another 2 minutes. Place on a serving plate and keep warm (or set aside to serve at room temperature). Repeat with remaining batter. Serve with dipping sauce.
KOREAN SCALLION PANCAKES -- PA JUN
Korea is not officially part of the Silk Road, but East-West trade extended there, and as a result, Korea's cuisine influenced and was influenced by the travelers on the Silk Road. Pa Jun is a Korean pancake that can be served as a snack, appetizer, or side dish and is commonly found in Korean street markets. It's a crispy scallion pancake that is chewy and moist on the inside, with fillings of carrots, mung beans and seafood. Today you can find it made in many different variations in most Korean restaurants, where it is served as a starter with a dipping sauce. Though Pa Jun is typically made with a pancake like batter, my Pa Jun is gluten free, made with rice flour. It's speckled with zucchini and carrots and served with a ginger-soy dipping sauce--all together, a sure recipe for no leftovers. These pancakes can be eaten alone without the dipping sauce, just make sure to add some salt to taste to the batter.
Provided by Vegetarian Hostess
Categories Onions
Time 1h
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a medium-sized bowl, whisk the flour, eggs and 1 tablespoon of the oil with the water until a smooth batter is formed. Stir in the scallions, carrot, and zucchini and mix to combine. Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to allow the rice flour to swell.
- Coat the bottom of an 8-inch nonstick skillet with the remaining oil. Set over medium heat. When the pan is hot, ladle in about a quarter of the batter and spread it out into a circle, tilting the pan slightly to spread it evenly. Cook for about 8 minutes, or until the bottom is browned and you see holes in the pancake. With a spatula, flip the pancake and press firmly on the top to squeeze out any remaining batter that is not cooked.
- Cook for another 8 minutes, or until the batter is cooked thoroughly and the pancake is browned. Repeat with the remaining batter.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, water, vinegar, ginger, red pepper flakes and sugar.
- Cut the pancakes into small triangles and serve with the dipping sauce.
VEGETABLE PAJEON (KOREAN SCALLION PANCAKES WITH VEGETABLES)
Crisp at the edges, soft at the center and filled scallions and other vegetables, these irresistible, comforting pancakes (adapted from Sohui Kim of Insa and the Good Fork restaurants in Brooklyn) make for a quick dinner that you can throw together on any given weeknight. It's extremely forgiving, so feel free to use whatever vegetables you have on hand. Ms. Kim recommends finely shredded raw vegetables, or even leftover cooked vegetables. And if you don't have the bandwidth to make a dipping sauce, a drizzle of soy sauce and squirt of Sriracha adds verve without any work. Serve pajeon by itself or topped with a fried egg or two, if you want to add protein.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories dinner, weekday, pancakes, vegetables, main course
Time 30m
Yield 3 to 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Prepare the pancakes: In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, potato starch, salt and baking powder.
- In a medium bowl, combine water, egg and kimchi. Whisk kimchi mixture into flour mixture, and whisk until smooth. Fold in vegetables and about three-quarters of the scallions. (Save the rest for garnish.)
- In a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, heat 2 tablespoons oil. Scoop 1/4 cup portions of batter into the skillet, as many as will fit while not touching, flatten, and fry until dark golden on the bottom, about 2 to 3 minutes. Flip and continue to fry until other side is browned, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and sprinkle with a little more salt. Continue with remaining batter.
- Before serving, make the dipping sauce: In a small bowl, stir together soy sauce, vinegar, ginger or garlic (if using), sesame oil and sugar. Sprinkle sliced scallion over pancakes, and serve with dipping sauce on the side.
KOREAN PANCAKES
Categories Bean Side Fry Vegetarian Hot Pepper Carrot Gourmet Sugar Conscious Pescatarian Dairy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 4 main-course or 8 side-dish servings
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Make dipping sauce:
- Stir together all dipping-sauce ingredients in a small bowl.
- Make pancakes:
- Rinse mung beans in a sieve under cold running water until water runs clear. Cover beans with cold water by 2 inches in a bowl and soak, chilled, at least 2 hours.
- Cut carrots into thin matchsticks, preferably using slicer.Halve scallions lengthwise and cut into 2-inch pieces. Combine carrots, scallions, chile, and garlic in a large bowl.
- Drain mung beans and purée with water in a food processor until smooth, about 1 minute. Add eggs, flour, and salt and blend until smooth, about 30 seconds. Pour mixture over vegetables in bowl and stir with a flexible spatula. (Batter will be thick.)
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large heavy nonstick skillet (at least 8 inches across bottom) over moderate heat until hot but not smoking, then swirl to coat. Stir batter, then ladle 1 cup batter into skillet, pressing down lightly with a large spatula to flatten and evenly distribute vegetables, to make an 8-inch pancake (less than 1/2 inch thick). Cook until edges begin to bubble and turn golden, 1 to 2 minutes, then turn over with spatula and cook until other side is golden, 1 to 2 minutes more. Transfer pancake to paper towels to drain. Make 3 more pancakes in same manner, stacking them (after draining briefly) if desired. Transfer pancakes, 1 at a time, to a cutting board and cut each into 6 wedges. Serve warm or at room temperature with dipping sauce.
Tips:
- For a crispy pancake, make sure to heat the pan over medium-high heat before adding the batter. Cook the pancake for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
- If the batter is too thick, add a little bit of water or milk to thin it out. The batter should be the consistency of heavy cream.
- Be careful not to overcrowd the pan when cooking the pancakes. Leave a little space between each pancake so that they can cook evenly.
- Serve the pancakes immediately with your favorite dipping sauce. Some popular dipping sauces include soy sauce, vinegar, and chili sauce.
- To make the pancakes ahead of time, cook them according to the recipe and then let them cool completely. Store the pancakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When you're ready to serve, reheat the pancakes in a preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 10-12 minutes, or until warmed through.
Conclusion:
Korean pancakes, also known as pa jun, are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. The pancakes are made with a batter of flour, eggs, and vegetables, and can be customized with a variety of different ingredients. The most popular fillings include kimchi, seafood, and pork. Pa jun is typically served with a dipping sauce, such as soy sauce, vinegar, or chili sauce. If you're looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy vegetables, give Korean pancakes a try. They're easy to make and absolutely delicious!
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