Crispy and Delicious Laver Pancakes
A Bite of the Sea’s Goodness! Making Flavorful Laver Pancakes
Enjoy the nutritious benefits of laver in delightful, bite-sized pancakes! These pancakes are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, making them a favorite for all ages. Here’s a recipe to create these irresistible laver pancakes. This recipe is provided by ‘All Recipes of the World’ on ‘Man-Gye Recipe’.
Main Ingredients
- 120g fresh laver (gim)
- 1 paper cup (approx. 100g) pancake mix
- 1 paper cup (approx. 180ml) cold water
- 100g plump shrimp, shelled and deveined
- 1/3 tsp salted shrimp (saeujeot), drained
- 1 red chili pepper
- Pinch of black pepper (optional)
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, thoroughly rinse the fresh laver under running water to remove any dirt or debris. Gently squeeze out excess water, then cut it into bite-sized pieces, about 3-4cm long. Cutting it too small might affect the texture, so aim for a moderate size.
Step 2
Chop the plump shrimp coarsely. You can use the back of a knife or a regular knife. It’s best to leave some texture rather than mincing it too finely, as this adds a pleasant chewiness to the pancakes.
Step 3
In a large bowl, combine the pancake mix. Gradually add the cold water while whisking or stirring with a spoon until you have a smooth batter. Avoid lumps. The consistency should be pourable but not too thin. Adjust the water amount as needed (about 180ml is typical for a paper cup).
Step 4
Once the batter is ready, add the cut laver and the coarsely chopped shrimp. Stir in the salted shrimp (for added umami) and a pinch of black pepper. Mix everything gently until well combined. Be mindful of the amount of salted shrimp, as it can be quite salty.
Step 5
Heat a frying pan over medium heat and add a generous amount of vegetable oil. Once the oil is hot, ladle spoonfuls of the batter onto the pan, forming small, round pancakes. Making them bite-sized makes them easy to flip and eat. Leave some space between each pancake.
Step 6
Thinly slice the red chili pepper and place a slice on top of each pancake as it cooks. The chili adds a lovely splash of color and a hint of mild spice.
Step 7
When the edges of the pancakes turn golden brown, carefully flip them using a spatula or tongs. Cook the other side for another 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Once both sides are beautifully golden, your delicious laver pancakes are ready! Serve them hot for the best taste.
