Korean Chive Shrimp Jeon (Crispy Chive and Shrimp Pancake)
Buchu-saewu-jeon is a Korean chive and shrimp pancake where coarsely chopped shrimp, garlic chives, and sliced onion are folded into an egg-enriched batter and pan-fried. Leaving the shrimp in rough chunks rather than mincing fine means each bite delivers a distinct, bouncy snap of shellfish sweetness. The onion softens and sweetens as it cooks, balancing the briny shrimp, while a touch of black pepper adds subtle warmth in the background. Spreading the batter thin and cooking for three minutes before flipping ensures the shrimp-studded edges turn crisp and lacy while the chive-packed center stays moist.
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Instructions
- 1
Cut chives into 5 cm pieces and thinly slice the onion.
- 2
Pat shrimp dry with paper towels, then chop coarsely.
- 3
Whisk pancake mix, eggs, cold water, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- 4
Add chives, onion, and shrimp, mixing gently until evenly coated.
- 5
Heat oil over medium heat, spread batter thinly, and cook for 3 minutes.
- 6
Flip and cook 2–3 more minutes until edges are crisp, then remove.
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