Description
These Crispy Korean Potato Pancakes (Gamjajeon) are a delicious savory dish made with grated potatoes, green onions, and cheese, creating a crispy and flavorful pancake that is perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
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Main Ingredients:
- 400 g (14 oz) russet potatoes, peeled and grated
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 large green onions, finely chopped
- 1 cup (120 g) mozzarella cheese, grated (or cheddar/pecorino)
- Oil for cooking
Instructions
- Prepare the Potatoes: In a large bowl, mix grated potatoes with cornstarch, salt, and black pepper.
- Add Flavor: Stir in green onions and cheese until well combined.
- Cook the Pancakes: Heat oil in a pan, scoop potato mixture, flatten into pancakes, and fry until crispy on both sides.
- Serve: Enjoy the crispy Korean Potato Pancakes hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- You can customize the pancake by adding other ingredients like kimchi, bacon, or vegetables.
- Make sure to squeeze out excess moisture from the grated potatoes to achieve a crispy texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pancake
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg