Haemul Pajeon – Crispy Korean Seafood Pancake Recipe with English Guide

 Intro Paragraph : Haemul Pajeon is a seafood pancake that’s crispy and flavorful. Follow this easy English recipe to recreate a Korean restaurant favorite at home.


Haemul Pajeon 

🥞 Haemul Pajeon (Korean Seafood Pancake) Recipe & Nutrition

A crispy pancake with plenty of seafood and green onions


🥢 1. Ingredients (Serves 2-3)

Main Ingredients

  • Green onions (scallions) – 6-8 stalks (cut into 2-inch lengths)

  • Mixed seafood (shrimp, squid, clams, etc.) – 1 cup (roughly chopped)

  • All-purpose flour – 1 cup

  • Rice flour – 2 tbsp (optional for extra crispiness)

  • Water – 1 cup

  • Egg – 1 (beaten)

  • Garlic – 2 cloves (minced)

  • Salt – to taste

  • Black pepper – to taste

Dipping Sauce

  • Soy sauce – 2 tbsp

  • Sesame oil – 1 tsp

  • Rice vinegar – 1 tsp

  • Chili flakes (gochugaru) – 1/2 tsp (optional for spice)


👩‍🍳 2. Cooking Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Batter

  • In a large bowl, mix together all-purpose flour, rice flour (optional), water, and beaten egg to form a smooth batter.

  • Season with salt and black pepper, and stir in the minced garlic for extra flavor.

2️⃣ Prepare the Seafood and Vegetables

  • Clean and chop your mixed seafood into bite-sized pieces.

  • Cut green onions into 2-inch lengths and set aside.

3️⃣ Cook the Pajeon

  • Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.

  • Place the green onions and seafood in a single layer in the pan.

  • Pour the batter over the ingredients, ensuring everything is evenly covered.

  • Fry for about 3-4 minutes on one side until golden brown, then flip and cook the other side for another 3-4 minutes.

4️⃣ Serve

  • Once both sides are golden and crispy, remove from the pan and slice the pancake into wedges.

  • Serve with the dipping sauce made from soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and chili flakes (if using).

Haemul Pajeon 



💪 3. Nutrition Facts (Per Serving, ~200g)

NutrientAmount
Calories300-400 kcal
Protein15-20g (from seafood and egg)
Fat15-20g (from oil and seafood)
Carbohydrates35-40g (from flour)
Sodium~600mg (from soy sauce and seasoning)
Key BenefitsHigh in protein → Great for muscle recovery and healthy fats from seafood

💡 Haemul Pajeon is a savory Korean seafood pancake packed with fresh seafood and crispy green onions, making it a delicious and satisfying dish for any occasion! 🥞🦑🍤

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