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Korean Pancakes (Pajeon)

Korean Pancakes (Pajeon): Crispy Veggie Delights You’ll Love

Korean Pancakes (Pajeon) are crispy veggie delights that combine flavor and culture in under an hour.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 pancakes
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour for gluten-free version.
  • 3/4 cup Water Adjust as needed for batter consistency.
  • 1 large Egg Can be substituted with a flax egg for vegan version.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
For the Vegetables
  • 4 stalks Green Onions (Scallions) Finely chopped.
  • 1 medium Carrot Julienned.
  • 1 medium Zucchini Julienned.
For Frying
  • 1/4 cup Vegetable Oil For frying.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet
  • Ladle

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Batter: In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, water, egg, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until smooth and slightly thick, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Add Vegetables: Gently fold in the green onions, carrot, and zucchini. Mix until evenly distributed, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Heat Oil: Add enough vegetable oil to coat the skillet bottom and heat over medium until shimmering, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Cook Pancakes: Pour a ladleful of batter into the hot oil. Cook for 3-4 minutes until golden brown at the edges, then flip and cook the other side for another 3-4 minutes.
  5. Drain Excess Oil: Transfer cooked pancakes to a plate lined with paper towels for 1-2 minutes to drain.
  6. Repeat: Continue cooking the remaining batter, adjusting oil as necessary, for a total of about 20-25 minutes.
  7. Serve: Enjoy warm with a dipping sauce or pickled vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pancakeCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in a skillet over medium heat to restore crispy texture.

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