Savory Seaweed Pancake (Pajeon)
Delicious and Crispy Seaweed Pancake (Pajeon) Recipe
I found some fresh seaweed at the market and couldn’t resist bringing it home to make this delightful seaweed pancake. This recipe offers a wonderfully soft and savory bite, perfect for everyone. Let’s make it!
Main Ingredients- 150g laver (gim)
- 1 cup Korean pancake mix (buchim garu)
- 1/2 cup Jerusalem artichoke powder (optional, or add more pancake mix)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp soy sauce (traditional Korean soy sauce, guk-ganjang, or regular)
- 1 egg
- Olive oil or cooking oil, for frying
- 1 to 1.5 cups water (adjust for batter consistency)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Gently rinse the fresh laver under running water and then soak it in cold water for about 10 minutes to remove any impurities. Afterward, drain it thoroughly in a colander, squeezing out excess water. This step helps to reduce any raw sea flavor and improve the texture.
Step 2
In a bowl, combine the drained laver, Korean pancake mix, Jerusalem artichoke powder (if using, otherwise add more pancake mix), salt, and soy sauce. Crack in the egg. Mix lightly until just combined, then gradually add water, stirring until you achieve a smooth batter. The batter should be slightly thin, which helps in creating a delicate and crispy pancake. Aim for a consistency where it drizzles off a spoon smoothly.
Step 3
Heat a generous amount of olive oil in a non-stick pan over medium-low heat. Ladle the batter onto the hot pan, spreading it thinly into a round shape. Cook slowly over medium-low heat to ensure it cooks through without burning. Once the edges turn golden brown and the center appears cooked, carefully flip the pancake and cook the other side until golden and crispy. Making the pancake thin is key to achieving a delightful crispness.
Step 4
In a small bowl, prepare the dipping sauce by mixing 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, a splash of vinegar, and a pinch of red pepper flakes. Serve the hot, freshly made seaweed pancake with the dipping sauce on the side. Dipping a piece into the sauce enhances the aromatic notes of the seaweed and the savory flavors for a truly wonderful experience. Enjoy this simple yet special seaweed pancake!
