Best 3 Korean Pachanga Vegetable Pancake Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

Korean pachanga vegetable pancake, also known as jeon, is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, snack, or main course. Made with a batter of flour, eggs, and vegetables, the pancake is then pan-fried until golden brown. The vegetables used in the pancake can vary depending on what is in season, but some common choices include kimchi, scallions, carrots, and zucchini. Jeon is often served with a dipping sauce, such as soy sauce or a vinegar-based sauce. This article will explore some of the best recipes for Korean pachanga vegetable pancake, providing step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to ensure a delicious and authentic dish.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

VEGETABLE PAJEON (KOREAN SCALLION PANCAKES WITH VEGETABLES)



Vegetable Pajeon (Korean Scallion Pancakes With Vegetables) image

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

1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup potato starch (or 1/4 cup each white rice flour and cornstarch)
3/4 teaspoon fine sea salt, plus more as needed
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
3/4 cup ice water
1 large egg
1/4 cup finely chopped kimchi
4 cups finely chopped or grated mixed vegetables (carrots, zucchini, bell peppers, kale, whatever you've got)
4 scallions, cut into 2-inch-long sections and thinly sliced lengthwise
2 tablespoons grapeseed or peanut oil, plus more as needed
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons rice wine vinegar, plus more to taste
1 teaspoon finely grated fresh ginger or garlic (optional)
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil, plus more to taste
Pinch of granulated sugar

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 PACHANGA (VEGETABLE PANCAKE)



Korean Pachanga (Vegetable Pancake) image

Just got back from visiting hubby in Korea while he is serving there. A very nice Korean woman that works in his office taught me this recipe. Wow, it was so good. The ingredients are my best guess at what would be available here. Really, you can use any vegetable combination you like. These are not good reheated to me, so eat them immediately! This tastes great dipped in soy sauce!

Provided by tinala

Categories     Onions

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 carrot
1 large leek
6 green onions
1 large zucchini
1 large yellow squash
2 fresh jalapeno peppers, diced
salt
pepper
flour
water

Steps:

  • Start by cutting up all vegetables julienne style, about 2 inches in length.
  • In a small bowl mix flour and water together to form a thin paste.
  • No exact measurements for this, just a little thinner than pancake batter would be.
  • Whisk until smooth.
  • Add all vegetables and season with salt, pepper.
  • In a well greased nonstick skillet, drop mixture by large spoonfuls over medium/high heat.
  • Pancakes should be about 5 inches in diameter.
  • Cook on both sides until very browned.
  • Serve with soy sauce for dipping and enjoy.

KOREAN CRISP VEGETABLE PANCAKE (PA JUN)



Korean Crisp Vegetable Pancake (Pa Jun) image

Make and share this Korean Crisp Vegetable Pancake (Pa Jun) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by blucoat

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon canola oil (more as needed) or 1 tablespoon other neutral oil (more as needed)
5 scallions, green parts only, cut into 3-inch lengths and sliced lengthwise
20 chives or 5 chopped scallions
1 medium carrot, peeled and grated
1 small yellow squash or 1 small green squash, trimmed and grated
1 tablespoon rice vinegar or 1 tablespoon white vinegar
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon sugar

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, mix flour, eggs and oil with 11/2 cups water until a smooth batter is formed. Stir scallion greens, chives, carrots, squash and shrimp, if using, into batter.
  • Place an 8- inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, then coat bottom with oil. Ladle in about a quarter of the batter and spread it out evenly into a circle; if first pancake is too thick to spread easily, add a little water to batter for remaining pancakes. Turn heat to medium and cook until bottom is browned, about 3 minutes, then flip and cook for another 2 minutes. Repeat with remaining batter.
  • As pancakes finish, remove them, and, if necessary, drain on paper towels. In a small bowl, mix together the vinegar, soy sauce and sugar. Cut pancakes into small triangles and serve with dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162.2, Fat 3.4, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 52.9, Sodium 403.4, Carbohydrate 26.8, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 1.6, Protein 5.9

Tips:

  • To make perfectly crispy pancakes, ensure the pan is hot enough and add a drizzle of oil before adding the batter.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan with batter as this will prevent the pancakes from cooking evenly.
  • Flip the pancakes only once, when the edges are golden brown and bubbles form on the surface.
  • Use a variety of vegetables to add flavor and texture to the pancakes. Some popular choices include carrots, zucchini, onions, and bell peppers.
  • Serve the pancakes with your favorite dipping sauce, such as soy sauce, sweet and sour sauce, or chili sauce.

Conclusion:

Korean pachanga vegetable pancakes are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or side dish. They are perfect for any occasion, from casual get-togethers to formal dinners. With their crispy exterior and flavorful filling, these pancakes are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

Related Topics