Pajeon
A pancake made with plenty of chives, spread wide in a frying pan with a flour batter. The outside is golden and crispy while the inside is moist with a blend of chives. It is especially enjoyed as a side dish with Makgeolli on rainy days, cut and shared while dipped in vinegared soy sauce.
Cultural background
There is a tradition of enjoying this dish with Makgeolli on rainy days, and it is often made at home as a snack or side dish for drinks.
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Ingredients
How it's made
- 1Wash the scallions clean and prepare them.
- 2Mix flour and water to make the batter.
- 3Grease the pan with oil, lay the scallions and pour in the batter.
- 4Cook until golden brown and crisp on both sides.
Nutrition
* Estimated values per serving.
Allergens
Contains gluten due to flour.
How to order
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Pa-jeon ju-se-yo
Please give me Pajeon