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Korean vegetable pancake Yachaejeon.

Korean Vegetable Pancakes (Yachaejeon)

5 from 1 vote
Crispy and golden, these Korean Vegetable Pancakes are packed with fresh veggies and served with a flavorful dipping sauce. An easy, family-friendly recipe ready in 30 minutes!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 pancakes
Course: Breakfast, Main Course
Calories: 492

Ingredients
  

For the Pancakes
  • cup carrot matchsticks or thinly sliced, grated
  • ½ cup zucchini thinly sliced like matchsticks
  • ½ cup sweet potatoes grated or cut into matchsticks
  • 1 jalapeno seed and membrane removed
  • ¼ cup red onion half moons
  • 2 scallions cut into about 2 inches long
  • ¾ cup all purpose flour
  • ¾ cup water
  • ¾ teaspoons salt
  • 3 baby bella mushrooms or cremini
For the Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • ¾ teaspoons red pepper chili flakes
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds toasted (optional)
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil for cooking
For Garnish
  • sesame seeds
  • scallions

Method
 

  1. Prep the veggies: Thinly slice the vegetables and keep some mushrooms aside for topping.
    ⅓ cup carrot, ½ cup zucchini, ½ cup sweet potatoes, 1 jalapeno, ¼ cup red onion, 2 scallions
  2. Make the batter: In a bowl, whisk together water, flour, and salt until smooth.
    ¾ cup all purpose flour, ¾ cup water, ¾ teaspoons salt
  3. Combine: Mix the vegetables into the batter, ensuring everything is well coated.
  4. Heat the skillet: Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in an 8-inch skillet over medium heat.
    4 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
  5. Cook the pancakes: Add half of the batter to the pan and spread it evenly for a thin pancake. Arrange the reserved mushrooms on top, pressing them slightly into the batter.
    3 baby bella mushrooms
  6. Fry until golden: Cook for 4-5 minutes until the edges brown. Swirl the skillet gently so the pancake cooks evenly.
  7. Flip and cook: Carefully flip the pancake, adding more oil around the edges. Cook for 3-4 minutes on the other side, then flip again and cook for another 2 minutes.
  8. Drain and serve: Remove from the pan and place on a paper towel to absorb excess oil. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.
  9. Make the dipping sauce: Mix soy sauce, rice vinegar, chili flakes, and sesame seeds in a small bowl. Serve with the pancakes.
    1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, ¾ teaspoons red pepper chili flakes, 1 teaspoon sesame seeds

Nutrition

Calories: 492kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 9gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 21gSodium: 1432mgPotassium: 640mgFiber: 9gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 13653IUVitamin C: 29mgCalcium: 98mgIron: 3mg

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Notes

  • Makes 2 pancakes about 8 inches in diameter.
  • To Store. Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
    To Freeze. Wrap each pancake in parchment paper and store in a freezer-safe bag for up to 2 months.
  • To Make Ahead. Chop the veggies and mix the batter ahead of time. Store separately and combine just before cooking.
  • To Reheat. Warm in a dry skillet over medium heat or bake at 350°F for 5-7 minutes until crispy again.

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