Adorable Heart-Shaped Shrimp Pancakes (Saewoojeon)
Super Easy Heart-Shaped Shrimp Pancake Recipe (Sumine Banchan Style) | Simple Drinking Snack, Special Holiday Dish
Get into the holiday spirit with this delightful recipe for heart-shaped shrimp pancakes! Perfect for making with your loved ones, these adorable and delicious jeon (pancakes) will add a special touch to your festive table. Enjoy a wonderful holiday with these lovingly made shrimp pancakes.
Main Ingredients- 10 frozen shrimp
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (approx. 50g)
- 1 egg
- 4-5 Tbsp canola oil (approx. 60-75ml)
Shrimp Seasoning- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
To Remove Shrimp Odor- 700ml cold water
- 3 Tbsp soju (Korean distilled spirit)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
To Remove Shrimp Odor- 700ml cold water
- 3 Tbsp soju (Korean distilled spirit)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Allow the frozen shrimp to thaw naturally, or soak them briefly in lukewarm water. Once thawed, soak the shrimp in a mixture of cold water (700ml) and soju (3 Tbsp) for 5-10 minutes to eliminate any fishy odor. Rinse them gently under running water and pat them thoroughly dry with paper towels.
Step 2
Carefully remove the heads from the shrimp and peel off the shells. It’s also important to remove the sharp tip at the end of the tail (the ‘water gun’) to ensure a pleasant eating experience.
Step 3
Using a knife, make a cut about halfway through the body of each shrimp, lengthwise. Don’t cut them completely in half; this allows you to spread them open for shaping. Gently insert a skewer into the cut to remove the dark vein (intestine). Removing the vein results in a cleaner texture.
Step 4
Lightly rinse the deveined shrimp under running water. Then, meticulously pat them dry with paper towels to prevent oil splatter while frying.
Step 5
Gather the shrimp pieces and arrange them into cute heart shapes. You can use a toothpick to gently secure the shape so it holds while cooking.
Step 6
Season the heart-shaped shrimp lightly with 1/2 tsp of salt and 1/2 tsp of black pepper. This basic seasoning enhances the natural sweetness of the shrimp.
Step 7
In a bowl, whisk one egg with a pinch of salt to create the egg batter. Prepare another plate with 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour.
Step 8
Coat the seasoned shrimp evenly with flour on both sides. Lightly tap off any excess flour.
Step 9
Dip the floured shrimp into the prepared egg batter, ensuring they are fully coated. Let any excess batter drip off.
Step 10
Heat a pan over medium heat and add a generous amount of canola oil (4-5 Tbsp). Place the egg-coated shrimp into the hot oil. Using enough oil to lightly deep-fry them, cook slowly until both sides are golden brown and crispy. Once cooked, tilt the pan or place the pancakes on a rack to drain excess oil. Your adorable heart-shaped shrimp pancakes are now ready!
Step 11
Transfer the perfectly cooked heart-shaped shrimp pancakes to a serving plate. They make a beautiful addition to any festive meal.
