Description
Indulgent Korean potato and cheese pancakes bring crispy comfort to your table, blending rustic charm with creamy delight. Crisp edges and melted cheese create a mouthwatering experience you won’t forget.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 400 g (14 ounces) russet potatoes, peeled and grated
- 1 cup (120 g) mozzarella cheese
- 2 large green onions, finely chopped
Binding and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup (34 g) cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Cooking Ingredient:
- Cooking oil, for frying
Instructions
- Peel potatoes and grate them finely using a box grater, collecting the starchy liquid that forms during grating for added binding.
- Mix grated potatoes with beaten eggs, chopped green onions, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl, ensuring even distribution of ingredients.
- Incorporate shredded cheese into the potato mixture, selecting a melting variety like mozzarella or monterey jack for optimal texture and flavor.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and lightly coat with vegetable oil to prevent sticking and promote crispy edges.
- Spoon the potato mixture into the skillet, creating circular pancakes approximately 3-4 inches in diameter, and flatten gently with the back of the spoon.
- Cook each pancake for 3-4 minutes until golden brown and crispy on the bottom, then carefully flip using a thin spatula to cook the opposite side.
- Press down gently with the spatula while cooking to ensure even browning and a compact texture.
- Transfer cooked pancakes to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil and maintain crispiness.
- Serve immediately with a dipping sauce of soy sauce, rice vinegar, and green onion garnish for an authentic Korean street food experience.
Notes
- Smoothen potato texture by mashing instead of grating for a more uniform pancake consistency.
- Explore cheese variations like sharp cheddar or tangy pecorino to create unique flavor profiles.
- Customize green onion levels and consider adding minced garlic or chili flakes for a personalized spice kick.
- Ensure crispy edges by using a well-heated non-stick pan and adding a touch of oil for perfect golden-brown surfaces.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg