Name: Easy 15-Min. Pajeon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients: 5 tbsp vegetable oil; 5 green onions; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1/4 cup potato starch; 1 tsp baking powder; 1/8 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp chicken bouillon powder; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1/2 tsp onion powder; 1/2 cup very cold water; 2 tbsp regular soy sauce; 2 tbsp rice vinegar; 1 tsp sesame oil; 1 tbsp green onion (finely chopped)

Why Make This Recipe

Making Pajeon, a delicious Korean scallion pancake, is an excellent choice for a quick, tasty meal. This recipe takes only 15 minutes and requires simple ingredients you can find in your kitchen. Pajeon is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, making it a perfect snack or appetizer.

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How to Make Easy 15-Min. Pajeon

Ingredients

5 tbsp vegetable oil
5 green onions
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup potato starch
1 tsp baking powder
1/8 tsp salt
1/2 tsp chicken bouillon powder
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
1/2 cup very cold water
2 tbsp regular soy sauce
2 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tsp sesame oil
1 tbsp green onion (finely chopped)

Directions

Wash the green onions and dry them with a paper towel. Trim off the roots, split each stalk, and chop them into 2-inch pieces.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the green onions with the all-purpose flour, potato starch, baking powder, salt, chicken bouillon powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and very cold water. Mix just until everything is combined.
Heat 2 1/2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat.
Add the chopped green onions to the pan and pour the batter over them. Fry the pancake until the bottom is crispy and golden, about 4-5 minutes.
Flip the pancake carefully, add the remaining oil around the edges, and cook until it is fully done.
Transfer the pancake to a cutting board and slice it into small pieces.
For the dipping sauce, mix soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and the chopped green onion. Serve it alongside the pancake.

How to Serve Easy 15-Min. Pajeon

Serve Pajeon warm, sliced into small pieces for easy eating. Pair it with the dipping sauce for added flavor. It makes a great appetizer or snack for any occasion.

How to Store Easy 15-Min. Pajeon

If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They will last for up to 3 days. To reheat, place the pancakes in a pan over medium heat until warmed through and crispy again.

Tips to Make Easy 15-Min. Pajeon

Use very cold water for the batter. This helps create a crispy texture.
Make sure to not overmix the batter; it should be lumpy.
Feel free to add other vegetables, like carrots or zucchini, for extra flavor and color.

Variation

You can customize your Pajeon by adding shrimp or other proteins, like thinly sliced beef. You can also add different herbs for unique flavors.

FAQs

Can I use frozen green onions?

Yes, you can use frozen green onions, but fresh ones give a better taste and texture.

Can I make Pajeon without potato starch?

Yes, but potato starch helps give the Pajeon a crispier texture. You can replace it with more all-purpose flour if needed.

Is it possible to make Pajeon gluten-free?

Absolutely! You can use gluten-free flour and potato starch to make a gluten-free version of this delicious pancake.