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[Taste of Hansik] Up your jeon game with fresh squash

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Squash Jeon

Cultural Context

Squash Jeon, or Hobak Jeon, is a beloved Korean dish that showcases the seasonal bounty of zucchini. Traditionally served as a side dish or appetizer, these savory pancakes are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. They reflect the Korean culinary principle of using fresh, local ingredients, and are often enjoyed with a soy dipping sauce. In modern times, variations include different vegetables or proteins, making it a versatile dish enjoyed in homes and restaurants alike.

KoreanKRmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
100 grams of squash
50 grams of flour
50 milliliters of water
10 grams of sugar
5 grams of salt
20 grams of cooking oil
10 grams of ganjang (soy sauce)
5 grams of sugar
5 grams of minced garlic
5 grams of chopped onions

all-purpose flour

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: whole wheat flour

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: cornstarch

Whole wheat flour adds fiber while cornstarch can thicken the batter.

zucchini

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: yellow squash

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: cabbage

Yellow squash has a similar texture, while cabbage is often less expensive.

1

Cut a squash into four equal pieces.

2

Scoop out the seeds in one section.

3

Peel the skin off the squash, and then chop the squash into thin circles.

4

Put the chopped squash circles in a bowl and mix together with the flour, sugar, salt and water.

5

Check the consistency of the dough by watching it drip from the spoon.

6

Coat a pan with cooking oil and grill the mix.

7

Flip over once when the entire jeon is cooked enough to not stick to the pan when shaken.

8

When both sides are cooked, set aside.

9

To make the sauce, put all the ingredients into a bowl and mix well.

10

Move the sauce to a small dish.

11

Cut the cooked jeon into eight pieces on the cutting board.

12

Move them to a plate and serve with the sauce.

Cooking Techniques

gratingmixingpan-frying

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

eggswheat

Also Known As

Korean Squash PancakesHobak Jeon
Local Name: ํ˜ธ๋ฐ•์ „

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