Savory Pork Pancake (Gogi Jijimi) – Perfect with Makgeolli
Gogi Jijimi: A Delicious Savory Pancake That Pairs Perfectly with Makgeolli
We made Gogi Jijimi, the perfect savory pancake to enjoy with makgeolli on a rainy day! Its delightful texture and rich flavor make it a must-try.
Ingredients- 200g ground pork
- 1 cup pancake mix (buchim garu)
- 1/3 cup tempura powder (twigim garu)
- 1 Tbsp glutinous rice flour (chapssal garu)
- 3 Tbsp minced green onion
- 1/4 onion, finely minced
- 3 Tbsp minced carrot
- 200cc water
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 0.5 Tbsp mirin (rice wine)
- 0.5 Tbsp minced garlic
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, finely mince the vegetables that will add flavor and texture to your Gogi Jijimi. Dice about 1/4 of an onion very finely using a knife or a food processor. Finely mince the carrots as well, using a similar amount.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, add the ground pork (200g) as the base. Then, combine all the prepared ingredients: pancake mix, tempura powder, glutinous rice flour, minced green onion, minced onion, minced carrot, soy sauce, mirin, and minced garlic.
Step 3
Now, let’s make the batter. Pour 200cc of water into the bowl gradually. Using chopsticks or a whisk, stir the mixture in one direction until all ingredients are well combined and form a smooth batter. The glutinous rice flour will contribute to a delightful chewy texture.
Step 4
Heat a generous amount of cooking oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, ladle portions of the batter into the pan, similar to making a pancake or fritter. Fry until golden brown and crispy on both sides, almost like deep-frying. When flipping, be careful: use a spoon to gently lift one side of the pancake, then slide a spatula underneath and carefully flip it over the pan. Trying to flip it solely with a spatula can cause oil splashes or the pancake to break apart.
Step 5
Although it may resemble fish cake, this is delicious Gogi Jijimi! It boasts a wonderful chewy texture and savory pork flavor with every bite. It’s truly the perfect accompaniment to a warm glass of makgeolli, especially on a rainy day. Enjoy cooking, and watching the recipe video will surely provide extra helpful tips!
