Easy and Savory Crab Stick Pancake (Kkuraemi Jeon)
Simple and Delicious Pancake Recipe Using Crab Sticks
Introducing a super easy side dish recipe, Kkuraemi Jeon, made with leftover vegetables and crab sticks in just 5 minutes! Its soft texture and mild flavor make it a perfect choice for kids’ snacks or even as an appetizer with drinks. You won’t want to miss out on this delightful dish!
Main Ingredients
- 100g crab sticks (imitation crab)
- A small amount of carrot
- A small amount of green onion
- A small amount of onion
Batter & Seasoning
- 2 eggs
- Pinch of black pepper
- Pinch of stir-fry salt (or seasoned salt)
- 2 eggs
- Pinch of black pepper
- Pinch of stir-fry salt (or seasoned salt)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Crack 2 fresh eggs into a clean bowl.
Step 2
Prepare 100g of crab sticks. Gently separate the clumped parts, then coarsely shred or finely chop them with your hands or a knife and add them to the bowl. It’s best to leave some texture for a pleasant bite rather than chopping too finely.
Step 3
Finely chop the prepared vegetables such as carrot, green onion, and onion. Finely chopping the vegetables ensures a beautiful appearance and a softer texture when cooked. Add all the chopped vegetables to the bowl with the crab sticks and eggs.
Step 4
Add seasonings to enhance the flavor and help the crab sticks and vegetables blend well. Grind in a pinch of fresh black pepper and a little stir-fry salt (or seasoned salt) to adjust the taste. You can adjust the amount of salt according to your preference.
Step 5
Gently whisk everything together with chopsticks or a whisk until all the ingredients are well combined and form a batter. Stir until the egg mixture is evenly incorporated with all the ingredients, creating a smooth batter without lumps.
Step 6
Preheat a frying pan over medium heat and add a generous amount of cooking oil. Ladle about one scoop of the batter into the preheated pan, forming it into a round, flat shape. A tip for ensuring even cooking is to make them not too thick.
Step 7
Once the bottom side is golden brown, carefully flip the pancake with a spatula. Flip it again and cook the other side until it is also a delicious golden brown. Be mindful of the heat to prevent burning.
Step 8
Arrange the nicely cooked crab stick pancakes on a serving plate. They are best enjoyed hot. You can serve them with ketchup or a soy-based dipping sauce for an even richer flavor experience.
