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Korean Spicy Seafood Pancake (Myeolchijeot-haemul-jeon) Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup rice flour
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1 egg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup chopped squid
- 1/2 cup chopped shrimp
- 1/4 cup chopped green onion
- 2 tablespoons chopped red pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped garlic
- 1 tablespoon chopped ginger
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon myeolchi jeot (salted anchovy sauce)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Special equipment needed:
- Large non-stick skillet or griddle

Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, rice flour, water, egg, salt, sugar, black pepper, and baking powder until smooth.
2. Add the chopped squid, shrimp, green onion, red pepper, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, fish sauce, and myeolchi jeot to the batter and mix well.
3. Heat the vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.
4. Pour the batter into the skillet and spread it out evenly to form a pancake.
5. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
6. Transfer the pancake to a serving plate and cut into wedges.


- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 10-15 minutes
5. Temperature:
- Medium-high heat
Serving size:
- 4-6 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 280
- Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 14g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Squid and shrimp can be substituted with other seafood such as scallops or mussels.
- Myeolchi jeot can be substituted with regular salt.

Variations:
- Add chopped vegetables such as zucchini or carrots to the batter.
- Make a vegetarian version by omitting the seafood and adding more vegetables.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the skillet or griddle is hot before pouring in the batter to ensure a crispy pancake.
- Use a spatula to press down on the pancake while cooking to help it cook evenly.

Storage instructions:
- Leftover pancake can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the pancake in a skillet over medium heat until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the pancake on a large platter with a dipping sauce on the side.

Garnishes:
- Garnish with chopped green onion and sesame seeds.

Pairings:
- Serve with a side of kimchi and steamed rice.

Suggested side dishes:
- Kimchi
- Steamed rice
- Korean-style pickled vegetables

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the pancake is not cooking evenly, try adjusting the heat or spreading the batter out more evenly.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure all seafood is cooked thoroughly before adding it to the batter.

Food history:
- Myeolchijeot-haemul-jeon is a popular Korean dish that is often served as an appetizer or snack.

Flavor profiles:
- Spicy, savory, and slightly sweet.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve hot and enjoy as a main dish or appetizer.

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Region: Korean

Taste: Spicy, Savory, Umami, Seafoody, Tangy