Best 2 Korean Pancakes With Scallions Pa Jun Recipes

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Korean pancakes with scallions, known as "pa jun," are a delightful and savory dish that combines the flavors of scallions, eggs, and flour into a crispy and flavorful pancake. Originating in Korea, pa jun is a popular street food and home-cooked meal that can be enjoyed as a main course or as a side dish. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow recipe, pa jun is a great option for those looking to explore Korean cuisine or simply try something new. This article will guide you through the steps of making a delicious and authentic pa jun, ensuring a perfect balance of flavors and textures.

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

KOREAN PANCAKES (PA JUN)



Korean Pancakes (Pa Jun) image

Provided by Leslie Kaufman

Categories     dinner, easy, quick, main course

Time 20m

Yield 2 to 4 appetizer servings (3 pancakes)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar, optional
Pinch of hot red pepper flakes
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
2 large eggs
1/2 cup all-purpose flour or rice flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup very finely chopped vegetables asparagus, broccoli, green beans, scallions or chopped cooked leftover meat chicken, beef, pork or both

Steps:

  • For dipping sauce: In a small bowl, combine vinegar, soy sauce, sugar (if using) and red pepper flakes. Mix well and set aside.
  • For pancakes: Fill a pitcher or glass with ice and 1/2 cup or more cold water; set aside. Place a small (6- to 8-inch) nonstick 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 or meat and stir to blend. Add 1/2 cup ice water and mix again to blend.
  • Fill a 1/2-cup measuring cup with batter; 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, tearing or cutting off pieces of pancake to dip in sauce with fingers or chopsticks.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 167, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 8 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 928 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

KOREAN SCALLION PANCAKES -- PA JUN



Korean Scallion Pancakes -- Pa Jun image

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

1/4 cup rice flour
2 eggs, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/4 cup water
5 scallions, green parts only, cut into 3-inch lengths on the bias
1 medium carrot, grated
1 small zucchini, trimmed and grated
3 tablespoons gluten-free soy sauce or 3 tablespoons regular soy sauce
2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon granulated sugar

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.

Tips:

  • Prepare ingredients in advance: Chop the scallions, mix the batter, and prepare any other ingredients before you start cooking. This will make the process smoother and faster.
  • Use a nonstick pan: A nonstick pan will help prevent the pancakes from sticking and will make them easier to flip.
  • Heat the pan over medium heat: If the pan is too hot, the pancakes will burn on the outside before they are cooked through on the inside. Medium heat will allow them to cook evenly.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: Cook the pancakes in batches, leaving some space between them so that they can cook evenly.
  • Flip the pancakes carefully: Once the pancakes are cooked through on one side, carefully flip them using a spatula. Be gentle so that they don't break apart.
  • Serve immediately: Pa jun is best served hot and fresh out of the pan. You can garnish them with additional scallions, sesame seeds, or dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Pa jun is a delicious and versatile Korean pancake that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish. With its crispy exterior and savory filling, it's a great way to use up leftover vegetables and herbs. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting dish to try, give pa jun a try. You won't be disappointed!

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