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Dongtaejeon

동태전
dong-tae-jeon

Pollack fillet coated in flour and egg, pan-fried until golden brown. The outside is crispy and the inside is moist, and dipping it in vinegared soy sauce enhances its delicious flavor.

Category
Korean pancakes

Cultural background

It is often made during holidays or celebrations and is sometimes served on ritual altars. Dipping it in soy sauce is common.

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