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Crispy Korean Potato Pancakes (Gamjajeon)

Crispy Korean Potato Pancakes (Gamjajeon) with Cheesy Goodness

Crispy Korean Potato Pancakes (Gamjajeon) deliver a crunchy exterior and cheesy center, making them a beloved comfort food.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 pancakes
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Pancake Mixture
  • 400 g Russet Potatoes peeled and grated
  • 0.25 cups Cornstarch for binding
  • 0.5 teaspoons Salt for flavor enhancement
  • 0.25 teaspoons Black Pepper for a subtle spice
  • 2 large Green Onions finely chopped
For the Cheesy Goodness
  • 1 cups Mozzarella Cheese grated
For Cooking
  • 1 tablespoons Oil for Cooking high smoke point oil recommended

Equipment

  • Non-stick pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Crispy Korean Potato Pancakes
  1. Start by peeling and grating 400 g of Russet potatoes into a large bowl. Ensure to drain any excess moisture to achieve maximum crispiness. Once properly drained, add ¼ cup of cornstarch, ½ teaspoon of salt, ¼ teaspoon of black pepper, and 2 finely chopped green onions to the bowl. Mix everything well until evenly combined, forming a thick potato mixture.
  2. Now, incorporate 1 cup of grated mozzarella cheese into your potato mixture, stirring gently to combine.
  3. Next, heat a non-stick pan over medium heat. Drizzle a light coating of oil—enough to cover the bottom—allowing the oil to heat until it shimmers.
  4. Using a spoon or ice cream scoop, take spoonfuls of the potato mixture and place them onto the hot pan. Flatten each scoop into pancake shapes while ensuring enough space between them.
  5. Cook the pancakes for approximately 3–4 minutes on one side until golden brown. Carefully flip each pancake, allowing the other side to cook for an additional 3-4 minutes.
  6. In the final minutes of cooking, sprinkle additional grated mozzarella cheese on top of each pancake. Allow the cheese to melt.
  7. Once cooked, transfer the pancakes to a serving plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil. Garnish with any remaining chopped green onions and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pancakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure your grated potatoes are thoroughly drained for maximum crispiness. Experiment with different cheeses for unique flavor profiles.

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