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Korean Pancakes (Pajeon)

Crispy Korean Pancakes (Pajeon) You’ll Love to Make!

Enjoy crispy Korean Pancakes (Pajeon) filled with fresh vegetables, perfect as a snack or appetizer.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 pancakes
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour gluten-free option available
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 large egg use flax egg for vegan
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup green onions (scallions) can use chives
  • 1 medium carrot julienne for even cooking
  • 1 medium zucchini substitute with bell peppers if desired
For the Seasoning
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper omit for milder flavor
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil can substitute with any neutral oil

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Non-stick frying pan
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour and water until smooth. Add egg, salt, and pepper, and blend. Let rest for 10 minutes.
  2. Chop green onions, julienne carrot, and grate zucchini. Fold into the batter.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat until shimmering.
  4. Ladle batter into the pan to form a thin pancake. Cook for 3-4 minutes until edges are crispy, then flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  5. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Repeat with remaining batter.
  6. Slice pancakes into wedges and serve warm with soy-based dipping sauce or garnishes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pancakeCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh and crispy. For variations, try different vegetables based on preference.

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