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Nutella Hotteok Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp active dry yeast
- 3/4 cup lukewarm water
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup Nutella

Special equipment needed:
- Mixing bowl
- Rolling pin
- Non-stick pan or griddle
- Spatula

Step-by-step instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, and yeast. Mix well.
2. Add the lukewarm water and vegetable oil to the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough forms.
3. Knead the dough for 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
4. Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 30 minutes.
5. Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces and roll each piece into a ball.
6. Flatten each ball with a rolling pin to form a circle.
7. Place a spoonful of Nutella in the center of each circle.
8. Fold the edges of the circle over the Nutella and pinch the edges to seal.
9. Flatten the dough with your hands to form a pancake shape.
10. Heat a non-stick pan or griddle over medium heat.
11. Place the Nutella hotteok on the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
12. Serve hot.


Time:
Preparation time: 45 minutes
Cooking time: 10-15 minutes
Temperature:
Medium heat
Serving size:
8 hotteoks

Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 250
Fat: 12g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Protein: 4g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Whole wheat flour can be substituted for all-purpose flour.
- Honey or maple syrup can be substituted for granulated sugar.
- Any type of chocolate spread can be substituted for Nutella.

Variations:
- Peanut butter and jelly hotteok
- Cinnamon sugar hotteok
- Cream cheese and blueberry hotteok

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the Nutella is spread evenly in the center of the dough.
- Use a non-stick pan or griddle to prevent the hotteok from sticking.
- Flatten the dough with your hands to prevent the Nutella from leaking out.

Storage instructions:
Store the Nutella hotteok in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.

Reheating instructions:
Reheat the Nutella hotteok in a microwave for 10-15 seconds or in a toaster oven for 2-3 minutes.

Presentation ideas:
Serve the Nutella hotteok on a plate with a dusting of powdered sugar.

Garnishes:
- Chopped nuts
- Fresh fruit
- Whipped cream

Pairings:
- Coffee
- Tea
- Milk

Suggested side dishes:
- Fresh fruit
- Yogurt
- Granola

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the dough is too dry, add a little more water.
- If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure the Nutella is not expired before using it.
- Wash your hands before handling the dough.

Food history:
Hotteok is a popular street food in Korea. It is a sweet pancake filled with various fillings such as brown sugar, cinnamon, and nuts.

Flavor profiles:
The Nutella hotteok is sweet and chocolatey with a soft and chewy texture.

Serving suggestions:
Serve the Nutella hotteok as a dessert or snack.

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Region: Korean

Taste: Sweet, Nutty, Gooey, Rich