Crispy Chive Pancake with Plump Shrimp
Enjoy a Deliciously Crispy and Golden Brown Chive Pancake Topped with Generous Amounts of Shrimp
Let’s make a crispy and golden-brown chive pancake generously topped with plump shrimp! This recipe guarantees a delightful crunch on the outside and a tender filling inside. Perfect for special occasions, holidays, or as a savory snack with drinks. Packed with vegetables, it’s both healthy and incredibly tasty!
Main Ingredients- Tempura powder for extra crispiness (approx. 1.5 cups)
- Chives, 1/2 bunch (approx. 100g)
- Plump shrimp, generous amount (approx. 150g)
- 1 potato (medium-sized)
- 1/2 carrot (medium-sized)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Let’s get started on preparing our delicious shrimp and chive pancake! First, thoroughly wash and prepare all your ingredients.
Step 2
The secret to a crispy pancake! Prepare your tempura powder. About 1.5 cups should be sufficient, but feel free to adjust based on the package instructions or your preference.
Step 3
Add 1 egg to the batter for richness and a tender texture.
Step 4
Wash the chives and cut them into 2-3 cm lengths. Peel the potato and thinly julienne or dice it into small cubes. Thinly julienne the carrot as well. Combine the julienned vegetables, tempura powder, egg, and cold water in a bowl to make the batter. Gradually add the cold water, mixing until you achieve a thick but pourable consistency – not too watery. (Approximately 1 cup of water is standard, but adjust based on how much the tempura powder absorbs.)
Step 5
And there you have it – your delicious chive pancake batter is ready! Look at all those vibrant vegetables – it already looks appetizing!
Step 6
Gently rinse the shrimp under cold running water. If using shrimp with shells, it’s best to remove them and devein them for a cleaner taste and texture.
Step 7
If your plump shrimp are quite large, consider cutting them in half or into bite-sized pieces. Avoid cutting them too small, as this can reduce their satisfying texture.
Step 8
Now it’s time to cook the pancake! Heat a frying pan over medium heat and add a generous amount of olive oil. Once the oil is hot, ladle portions of the chive batter onto the pan, forming round, flat pancakes of your desired size. After placing the batter, arrange the prepared shrimp attractively on top of each pancake. Gently press the shrimp down to help them adhere to the batter.
Step 9
Once the bottom of the pancake is golden brown and crispy, carefully flip it over with a spatula. Cook the other side until it’s also golden brown and wonderfully crisp. Your delicious shrimp and chive pancake is now ready!
Step 10
Ta-da! You’ve created a crispy, tender, and visually stunning shrimp and chive pancake, generously topped with plump shrimp. The combination of abundant vegetables and succulent shrimp is simply divine. Enjoy this healthy and flavorful pancake with your loved ones!
