Simple Korean Pancakes (Pajeon)

Ingredients

• 6 whole Scallions (green onions)
• 3/4 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 tbsp Rice flour or cornstarch
• 3/4 cup Cold water
• 1 large Egg
• 3 tbsp Soy sauce
• 1 tsp Sesame oil(optional)
• 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
• 1 tsp Rice vinegar(optional)
• 1 tsp Toasted sesame seeds(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Whisk the flour, rice flour, egg, and cold water into a thin, lump-free batter; let it rest 5 minutes.

2. 2

   Trim scallions and cut into 3-inch lengths; halve very thick pieces lengthwise.

3. 3

   Make the dipping sauce by stirring together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and sesame seeds.

4. 4

   Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Lay half the scallions in the pan in one direction, then pour half the batter evenly over them.

5. 5

   Cook 4-5 minutes until deeply golden and crisp, then flip and cook 3-4 minutes more, adding a little oil if needed. Repeat with remaining scallions and batter.

6. 6

   Cut pancakes into wedges and serve immediately with the dipping sauce.