Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup lukewarm water
- 1/2 cup lukewarm milk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/4 cup chopped peanuts
- 1/4 cup chopped sunflower seeds
- 1/4 cup chopped raisins
- Vegetable oil for frying
Special equipment needed:
- Mixing bowl
- Wooden spoon
- Rolling pin
- Frying pan
- Spatula
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, yeast, salt, and granulated sugar.
2. Add lukewarm water, lukewarm milk, and vegetable oil to the mixing bowl.
3. Mix all ingredients together until a dough forms.
4. Knead the dough for 5-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
5. Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 30 minutes.
6. In a separate bowl, mix brown sugar, chopped walnuts, chopped peanuts, chopped sunflower seeds, and chopped raisins.
7. Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces.
8. Roll each piece into a ball and flatten it with a rolling pin.
9. Place 1-2 tablespoons of the brown sugar mixture in the center of each flattened dough.
10. Gather the edges of the dough and pinch them together to seal the filling inside.
11. Roll the dough ball in your hands to make it round again.
12. Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
13. Place the dough balls in the frying pan and flatten them with a spatula.
14. Fry the hotteok for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn golden brown.
15. Remove the hotteok from the frying pan and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
16. Serve hot.
- Time:
Preparation time: 40 minutes
- Cooking time: 15 minutes
5. Temperature:
- Medium heat
Serving size:
- 8 hotteok
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 320
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Protein: 6g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any type of nuts or dried fruits for the filling.
- You can use whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour.
Variations:
- You can add cinnamon or cardamom to the filling for extra flavor.
- You can add cheese or meat to the filling for a savory version.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the dough is well-kneaded to ensure a soft and chewy texture.
- Flatten the dough balls evenly to ensure even cooking.
- Use a spatula to press down on the hotteok while frying to ensure the filling is evenly distributed.
Storage instructions:
- Store leftover hotteok in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat leftover hotteok in a frying pan over low heat until they are heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve hotteok on a plate with a sprinkle of powdered sugar on top.
Garnishes:
- Chopped nuts or dried fruits can be used as a garnish.
Pairings:
- Hotteok pairs well with a cup of hot tea or coffee.
Suggested side dishes:
- Kimchi or pickled vegetables can be served as a side dish.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the dough is too dry, add a little more lukewarm water.
- If the hotteok are not cooking evenly, adjust the heat of the frying pan.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure the oil is not too hot to avoid burning the hotteok.
- Use caution when frying to avoid splatters.
Food history:
- Hotteok is a popular street food in Korea, especially during the winter months.
Flavor profiles:
- Hotteok is sweet and nutty with a chewy texture.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve hotteok as a snack or dessert.
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Region: Korean