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Haemul Pajeon (Korean Seafood Pancake)

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 pieces
Calories 350
A crispy and savory Korean seafood pancake packed with fresh seafood and scallions, perfect for sharing as an appetizer or main dish.

Ingredients

Batter

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons rice flour (for extra crispiness)
  • 1.25 cup cold water
  • 1 egg egg
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Seafood

  • 1 cup mixed seafood (shrimp, squid, mussels or clams, cleaned and chopped)

Vegetables

  • 6-8 scallions scallions (cut in half lengthwise)
  • ½ small onion (thinly sliced)
  • 1 small hot red chili (thinly sliced, optional)
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil (plus more as needed for batches)

Dipping Sauce

  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon sesame oil
  • ½ teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon chopped scallions

Instructions 

  • Mix the batter ingredients until smooth.
  • Add seafood and sliced vegetables to the batter and combine.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Pour batter to form pancakes and cook until golden brown on both sides.
  • Repeat with remaining batter, adding more oil as needed.
  • Mix dipping sauce ingredients in a small bowl.
  • Serve pancakes hot with dipping sauce.

Notes

Ensure seafood is fresh for the best flavor and texture.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Appetizer, Main
Cuisine: Korean
Keyword: Pancake, Seafood