Korean Scallion Pancake (Pajeon)
Thin batter mixed with scallions and a pinch of chili flakes, pan‑fried for a crispy snack.

Total
12 min
Prep
5 min
Cook
7 min
Serves
2
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Recipe serves 2
Ingredients
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup Cold water
- 4 stalks Scallions (green onions)
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon Red pepper flakes(optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
- 1
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cold water, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and red pepper flakes until a smooth batter forms (about 2 minutes).
- 2
Thinly slice the scallions and fold them into the batter, reserving a few pieces for garnish on top (about 1 minute).
- 3
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a non‑stick skillet over medium‑high heat; pour the batter into the pan, spreading it thinly and arranging the remaining scallion pieces on top (about 1 minute).
- 4
Cook for 3‑4 minutes until the edges are golden and crispy, then flip and cook the other side for another 2‑3 minutes.
- 5
Transfer the pancake to a cutting board, slice into wedges, and serve immediately.
Nutrition per serving
Calories
320
16% of a 2,000 kcal day
| Protein | 9 g |
| Carbohydrate | 42 g |
| Fat | 12 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 2 g |
| Sodium | 620 mg |
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