Crispy and Aromatic Basic Chive Pancake (Buchujeon)
Making a Simple and Clean Chive Pancake at Home
Pancakes are truly captivating dishes! The flavor can subtly change depending on the ingredients you add inside. This time, I made a chive pancake using fresh chives, focusing on the fundamentals without adding many other ingredients. I’ve prepared a recipe for the best chive pancake that’s crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, loved by everyone!
Basic Ingredients- 3 cups pancake mix (buchim garu)
- 3 cups water
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1/2 bunch fresh chives (approx. 150g)
- 1 egg
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, in a large bowl, add 3 cups of pancake mix. Crack in 1 egg and set aside.
Step 2
Pour in 3 cups of water, the same amount as the pancake mix, and add 1 tablespoon of minced garlic. Whisk well with a whisk or spoon until there are no lumps, creating a smooth batter. This step is crucial for the flavor of your chive pancake.
Step 3
Wash the chives thoroughly, pat them dry, and cut them into bite-sized pieces, about 3-5 cm long. Add the chopped chives to the prepared batter and gently mix, being careful not to break the chives. The key is to ensure the chives are evenly coated with the batter.
Step 4
This recipe doesn’t include many other ingredients like seafood or additional vegetables, allowing you to fully appreciate the fresh and aromatic flavor of the chives themselves. Its simplicity makes it quick and easy for anyone to prepare, and this very simplicity results in a more profound and delicious taste.
Step 5
Heat a frying pan over medium-low heat and generously add vegetable oil. Ladle about one scoop of batter onto the pan and spread it thinly. Once the edges start to turn golden brown and crispy, carefully flip the pancake with a spatula and cook the other side until it’s also evenly golden and crispy. Your delicious chive pancake is ready!
