Crispy and Savory Gamja Buchimgae (Potato Pancake)
A crispy and savory pan-fried pancake made by battering and pan-frying shredded potatoes and vegetables until golden brown.
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Finely shredded potatoes and onions are mixed into a Korean pancake mix batter and pan-fried generously in oil. Pan-fried until crisp and golden brown to bring out their savory richness, with Cheongyang chili peppers added for a kick of heat. Top with shredded mozzarella pizza cheese for a great kids' snack, or enjoy it spicy just as it is for the perfect drink snack.
- Servings
- 2–3 servings
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Spiciness
- Mildly spicy
Ingredients
- Potato2, 200 g
- Onion1/2
- Spam1/3 can
- Cheongyang chili pepper (hot green chili)2
- Red chili pepper2
- Egg1
- Korean pancake mix (buchim-garu)2/3 cup
- Water2/3 cup
- Salt0.5 tsp
- You can also use other vegetables such as mushrooms or carrots.
- You can substitute bell peppers or sweet paprika for the spicy Cheongyang chili peppers.
Steps
1. Prepare 2 small potatoes and half a large onion. Julienne all the ingredients.
Feel free to use other vegetables like mushrooms or carrots.
2. Place all the ingredients into a mixing bowl.
3. Add 1 egg, 0.5 tsp salt, and 2/3 cup Korean pancake mix (buchim-garu), then pour in 2/3 cup water as you mix into a batter.
4. Generously oil a heated pan, spread the batter thinly, and pan-fry.
5. I pan-fried it until it turned golden brown and crispy.
6. For a large pancake, sprinkle with pizza cheese, cover with a lid, and cook until the cheese is melted.
Ppunwife's tips
- Sprinkling cheese over the potato pancake makes it savory and delicious, and it pairs wonderfully with ketchup.
FAQ
How can I adjust the spice level for children?
You can substitute bell peppers or sweet paprika for the spicy Cheongyang chili peppers.
How do I make it pizza-style with cheese on top?
Pan-fry a large pancake, sprinkle pizza cheese over the top, cover with a lid, and cook until the cheese melts.
Can I add other vegetables besides onions?
You can julienne and add any leftover vegetables from your fridge, such as mushrooms or carrots.
Is there a trick to making the pancake crispier?
Add plenty of oil to a well-heated pan, spread the batter thin, and cook until golden brown for a crispy finish.
