Melt-in-Your-Mouth Pollock Jeon (Pan-Fried Pollock)
How to Make Delicious Pollock Jeon for Holidays
Introducing a savory and delicious Pollock Jeon recipe, perfect for special occasions like Chuseok! This dish is loved by everyone, young and old, and disappears in no time. Its crispy exterior and tender interior make it a delightful side dish or appetizer.
Main Ingredients
- 1 pack of prepared pollock (about 300-400g)
- 2 fresh eggs
- All-purpose flour or cake flour, as needed (prepare generously)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, crack the 2 eggs into a bowl. Whisk them gently with a fork or whisk until light and frothy. Removing the egg white strings will result in a smoother texture. You can also add a pinch of salt to season the eggs.
Step 2
Lightly rinse the pollock under running water, then thoroughly pat it dry with paper towels. Excess moisture can prevent the flour from adhering properly and may cause oil splattering. Lightly coat each flat piece of pollock with flour on both sides. Sifting the flour before applying can help create an even coating without clumps.
Step 3
Dip the floured pollock pieces into the whisked egg mixture, ensuring they are fully coated on both sides. Make sure the egg batter adheres well to the pollock so it doesn’t fall off during frying.
Step 4
Heat a frying pan over medium heat and add a generous amount of cooking oil. Once the oil is hot, carefully place the egg-coated pollock pieces into the pan one by one. Be cautious as the pan might be too cold, causing the fish to stick.
Step 5
Initially, cook the pollock over medium heat. Once the bottom is golden brown and crisp, reduce the heat to medium-low. Cooking on high heat can burn the outside while leaving the inside undercooked. Flip the pieces and cook slowly until both sides are a beautiful golden brown.
Step 6
Your delicious Pollock Jeon is ready! The natural savory flavor of the pollock makes it tasty without any additional seasoning. It’s best enjoyed warm, but you can serve it with soy sauce or a dipping sauce. Leftover jeon can be cooled, frozen, and reheated in an air fryer or frying pan for another enjoyable meal.
