Delicious and Savory Pollack Jeon: Perfect for Holidays and Side Dishes
Pan-Fried Dishes / The Ultimate Pollack Jeon Recipe
Here’s a recipe for Pollack Jeon (dongtae jeon) that’s easy to make at home yet looks impressive enough for holiday tables or as a hearty side dish. With tender pollack coated in a savory egg batter and pan-fried to a golden crisp, it’s a dish loved by everyone from kids to adults. Let’s get started!
Main Ingredients
- 400g Prepared Pollack Fillet (Dongtae)
- 7 Tbsp Flour for Frying (Buchim Garu)
- 3 Eggs
- 1/2 Red Chili Pepper
- A bit of Crown Daisy (Ssukgat)
- Generous amount of Cooking Oil
- A pinch of Salt
- A pinch of Black Pepper
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
To make delicious Pollack Jeon, first, prepare 400g of prepared pollack fillets, which you can easily find at the supermarket. If you’re using frozen pollack, allow it to thaw naturally in the refrigerator or at room temperature.
Step 2
Place the thawed pollack fillets on a kitchen towel and gently press to remove any excess moisture. Removing moisture is key to achieving a crispier and more delicious jeon. Lightly season both sides with salt and pepper.
Step 3
Prepare the toppings to make your Pollack Jeon more appealing. Finely slice the red chili pepper after removing the seeds, and wash the crown daisy. These colorful toppings will enhance both the appearance and flavor of your jeon.
Step 4
In a bowl, crack the 3 eggs and whisk them well, removing the chalazae (the white stringy bits). In another container, measure out 7 tablespoons of flour for frying. The flour will help create a crispy coating.
Step 5
Coat each piece of seasoned pollack fillet evenly with the frying flour, ensuring both sides are covered. Lightly tap off any excess flour.
Step 6
Heat a generous amount of cooking oil in a pan over medium-low heat. Dip the flour-coated pollack fillets into the beaten egg mixture, ensuring they are well-coated, and place them in the hot pan.
Step 7
Once the pollack starts to turn golden brown, artfully arrange the prepared red chili pepper slices and crown daisy sprigs on top of each piece.
Step 8
To ensure the toppings don’t fall off, gently drizzle a little more egg mixture over them with a spoon, acting like a light glue to hold them in place.
Step 9
Check if the edges of the jeon are golden brown and the bottom has set. Then, carefully flip each piece using a spatula.
Step 10
Reduce the heat to low and continue to pan-fry the other side until it’s beautifully golden brown and the pollack is cooked through. Take your time to ensure it’s cooked thoroughly on the inside.
Step 11
The aroma filling your kitchen as the Pollack Jeon cooks is wonderfully savory and enticing! Freshly made jeon is always best, so we recommend enjoying it right away.
Step 12
Voila! Your delicious Pollack Jeon is ready, featuring a slightly crisp exterior and a wonderfully tender inside!
Step 13
Making Pollack Jeon after so long has been such a treat – it’s truly delicious! We hope you have a wonderful day enjoying these visually appealing and incredibly tasty Pollack Jeon. Enjoy your meal!
