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Haemul pajeon (seafood scallion pancake)

Crisp-edged pancake loaded with whole scallions, shrimp and squid, served with soy-vinegar dip—perfect with makgeolli on a rainy day.

Time
30min
Steps
5
Haemul pajeon (seafood scallion pancake), photographed from above

Ingredients

4 servings

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Allergens

Contains egg, wheat, soy, sesame, crustacean shellfish and molluscs.

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    Nothing beyond a knife, a board and the usual pots and pans.

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    Method

    1. 1

      Whisk pancake mix with ice water to a thin batter.

    2. 2

      Heat plenty of oil in a skillet and lay scallions in a single layer.

    3. 3

      Pour batter over, scatter seafood and chili, then drizzle beaten egg on top.

    4. 4

      Fry until golden, flip and press down; add oil around the edges and fry until crisp and the seafood is opaque.

    5. 5

      Cut into pieces and serve with the dipping sauce.

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