Crispy Potato and Spam Pancake
Sumi’s Side Dish Recipe: Easy Potato and Spam Pancake for Everyone
Introducing an easy-to-follow Potato and Spam Pancake recipe from ‘Sumi’s Side Dish’. This dish is perfect not only for holidays or special occasions but also as a delightful snack for children or a simple meal replacement. The savory Spam and crisp shredded potatoes combine to create a flavor loved by all ages. Enjoy an even more delicious meal with tips from chefs Kim Tae-gon, Kwanghee, and Bomin!
Main Ingredients
- 2 potatoes (medium size)
- 100g Spam
- 1 Cheongyang chili pepper
- 1 red chili pepper
- 2/3 cup pancake mix (buchim garu)
- 2/3 cup water
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- Cooking oil (or soybean oil), as needed
- Pinch of salt
- Wild chive sauce (for dipping), optional
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, peel the potatoes and shred them thinly into long strips. Finely chop the Cheongyang chili and red chili peppers. You can adjust the amount of chili peppers if you prefer less spice.
Step 2
In a bowl, combine the shredded potatoes, Spam cut into 1cm thick pieces, and chopped chili peppers. Add the pancake mix and water in equal parts, along with minced garlic and a pinch of salt. Mix everything thoroughly with a spatula or spoon until a batter forms. If the batter is too thick, add a little more water; if it’s too thin, add a bit more pancake mix to achieve the desired consistency.
Step 3
Heat a generous amount of cooking oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Ladle a portion of the batter into the hot pan and spread it thinly. Cook until both sides are golden brown and the edges are nicely crisped. Flip the pancake once one side is cooked and cook the other side similarly.
Step 4
Arrange the well-cooked Potato and Spam Pancakes attractively on a plate. The savory Spam and the crisp texture of the potatoes offer a different charm compared to stir-fried dishes. Serve with a bit of wild chive sauce for an enhanced flavor experience. This is a dish that everyone, young and old, will surely love, so be sure to try making it!
