Korean Pancakes (Pajeon): Simple and Delicious

Have you ever tried Pajeon? These crispy, savory Korean pancakes are one of Korea's most beloved comfort foods — perfect as a snack, a side dish, or enjoyed on a rainy day with a glass of Makgeolli (Korean rice wine). The best part? The Pajeon recipe is so simple you can make it today!

At omune.de — Europe's first K-Culture Select Shop — you'll find everything you need to bring authentic Korean cooking into your home. Let's make this amazing Korean pancake together!

What is Pajeon? 🥢

Pajeon (파전) comes from the Korean words pa (파, green onion) and jeon (전, pancake). It's a savory batter pancake loaded with green onions and, optionally, seafood, kimchi, or other vegetables.

In Korea, Pajeon is famously eaten on rainy days — the sound of rain is said to resemble the sizzling of batter in the pan. What a beautiful tradition! 🌧️

Popular Pajeon Varieties

• Haemul Pajeon – With seafood (shrimp, squid)
• Kimchi Jeon – With kimchi mixed into the batter
• Sogogi Pajeon – With beef
• Classic Pajeon – Just green onions, simple and delicious

Ingredients (Serves 2)

Batter

• 150g all-purpose flour
• 2 tbsp rice flour (for extra crispiness!)
• 1 egg
• 200ml ice-cold water
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp sesame oil

Toppings

• 6–8 green onions, cut into 8cm pieces
• Optional: 100g shrimp or squid

Dipping Sauce (Yangnyeom Ganjang)

• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• ½ tsp sugar
• 1 tsp sesame seeds
• ½ tsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)

Step-by-Step Pajeon Recipe

Step 1: Make the Batter

Mix flour, rice flour, and salt. Add the egg and ice-cold water and stir briefly — lumps are fine! A splash of sesame oil at the end adds great flavor.

💡 Tip: Don't overmix! Lumpy batter = crispier pancakes.

Step 2: Make the Sauce

Combine all dipping sauce ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.

Step 3: Heat the Pan

Heat a non-stick pan (24–26cm) over medium-high heat with 2 tbsp of oil. The oil must be really hot before adding the batter!

Step 4: Cook the Pajeon

Pour half the batter into the pan and spread evenly. Lay the green onions on top, then drizzle a bit more batter over them. Cook for 4–5 minutes until golden and crispy underneath, then flip and cook for another 3–4 minutes.

Step 5: Serve!

Slice into pieces and serve with the dipping sauce. Enjoy! 🥢

Pro Tips for the Perfect Korean Pancake 🌟

• Use ice-cold water for a crispier texture.
• Add rice flour for that extra crunch.
• Don't skimp on oil — it's key to a crispy crust.
• Don't overmix the batter.

Find Your Ingredients at omune.de

Rice flour, gochugaru, sesame oil, and Korean soy sauce are all available at omune.de — shipping across Germany and Europe! 🛒

Whether it's raining or not, tonight is a great night for Pajeon. 맛있게 드세요 (Masitge deuseyo) — Enjoy your meal! 🥢✨