Crispy Seafood Pancake You Can Make Even If You Only Know How to Fry an Egg - Seattle - 1

Do you know how to fry an egg? If so, gather your courage and try making seafood pancakes today.

It's not as difficult as you might think, and it's a fantastic snack to enjoy with drinks.

Especially when paired with a glass of makgeolli or a cold beer, it can taste just as good as what you would buy outside.

The most important ingredients are green onions or chives. You don't need to use too much.

When you hold it between your thumb and index finger, about the thickness of a 500 won coin is enough for 2-3 servings.

First, wash the green onions under running water, peeling off the thin skin from the root part one by one to clean them.


If you're using chives, the preparation is even simpler. Just cut them to your desired length, and personally, I found that about 6-7 cm is the most convenient to eat.

If they're too long, it can be difficult to flip them and uncomfortable to eat.

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Now it's time to make the batter. The easiest ratio to remember is to mix water and flour in a 1:1 ratio.

Add 1 cup of water and 1 cup of flour or pancake mix. Then, add one egg, including the white.

Just adding 1 tablespoon of soy sauce will bring a subtle umami flavor to the batter. You don't need to add much salt for it to be tasty.

One squid is enough for the seafood. Clean it well and cut it into bite-sized pieces.

You can also use frozen seafood, but sometimes you might find shells that can be a bit off-putting. My husband only likes squid, so I only use squid.

I prefer to cut it into smaller pieces for easier chewing, and it distributes well throughout the batter, enhancing the texture.

Add the cleaned chives and squid to the completed batter and mix well.

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Be careful not to stir too long, as it can develop gluten and become tough; just mix until the ingredients are evenly combined.

Heat the pan sufficiently and generously coat it with cooking oil. If you skimp on the oil, the pancake won't be crispy.

Spread the batter evenly in the pan and initially cook on high heat to quickly crisp the bottom.

Then reduce to medium heat to cook through, and when flipping, add a little more oil for a richer, golden finish.

Serve the golden seafood pancakes on a plate and dip them in a sauce made by mixing soy sauce, vinegar, and a bit of chili powder for a truly satisfying experience.

It may seem difficult at first, but if you can fry an egg, you can definitely succeed with this recipe.

Once you make it, you'll find it's easier and tastier than you expected, and it will become a go-to recipe whenever you're craving a snack at home.

Enjoy making delicious seafood pancakes with your family!