Savory Tuna Donggeurangttaeng (Pan-Fried Tuna Patties)
A savory pan-fried egg patty side dish made with well-drained tofu, canned tuna, and finely minced vegetables pan-fried until golden brown.
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This is a super simple side dish pan-fried in under 20 minutes after thoroughly squeezing the oil from canned tuna and the moisture from tofu, then mixing them with various vegetables. Finely minced Cheongyang chili pepper cuts through the oiliness typical of pan-fried patties, keeping the flavor clean and refreshing. Savory and mild, it works wonderfully not only as an everyday banchan for rice, but also for lunch boxes.
- Servings
- about 3–4 servingsOriginal: 2 plates
- Cook time
- 20 minprep not included
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Spiciness
- Mildly spicy
Ingredients
- Canned tuna1 can, 150 g (small can)
- Tofu100 g
- Onion1/2
- Carrot1/4
- Cheongyang chili pepper (hot green chili)2
- Egg1
- Potato starch4 tbsp
- Minced garlic1 tsp
- Salt2/3 tsp
- Ground black pepper1/2 tsp
- You can use Korean pancake mix (buchim-garu) or all-purpose flour instead of potato starch.
Steps
1. Place the canned tuna in a strainer and press it firmly with a spoon to thoroughly drain the oil.
2. Place the tofu in a cotton cloth bag and squeeze out the moisture.
3. Finely mince the onion, carrot, and Cheongyang chili pepper, then add them along with the tofu and canned tuna.
Add the egg, potato starch, minced garlic, salt, and ground black pepper.
You can use Korean pancake mix (buchim-garu) or all-purpose flour instead of potato starch.
4. Using your hands or a spoon, mix thoroughly so all the ingredients come together evenly.
If the mixture feels too stiff, you can add 1 egg or mix in 2 to 3 tbsp of water.
Shape into round patties, heat some cooking oil in a preheated pan, and pan-fry until golden brown on both sides.
Ppunwife's tips
- If the mixture feels too stiff, you can add 1 egg or mix in 2 to 3 tbsp of water.
- You can also pan-fry it large like a pancake and slice it into bite-sized pieces.
- If serving as a side dish for rice, it is great paired with vinegar soy sauce or ketchup.
FAQ
Can I use other flour instead of potato starch in the mixture?
You can use Korean pancake mix (buchim-garu) or all-purpose flour instead of potato starch without any problem.
What should I do if the mixture is too stiff and does not hold together well?
You can adjust the consistency by adding 1 egg or 2 to 3 tbsp of water.
Can I pan-fry it without shaping each one into a round patty individually?
It is also fine to pan-fry it wide in one large round like a regular pancake, then slice it into easy-to-eat pieces.
What dipping sauce goes well with the finished Tuna donggeurangttaeng?
It is great served with vinegar soy sauce or ketchup, according to your preference.
