Nostalgic Pink Sausage Pancake: A Simple Yet Delicious Korean Classic
Easy-to-Make Nostalgic Pink Sausage Pancake
A taste that brings back childhood memories! Make this crispy on the outside, tender on the inside pink sausage pancake easily at home. The crispiness of the tempura powder combined with a subtle curry aroma makes it a perfect snack for kids or an accompaniment to drinks for adults. The simple cooking process makes it easy for anyone to follow.
Main Ingredients- 1 pink sausage (amount can be adjusted to your preference)
- 1 cup tempura flour (using a standard paper cup)
- 1/2 teaspoon curry powder (optional, adds flavor)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the pink sausage. Slice it into rounds of about 0.7-1 cm thickness. If they are too thin, they might break apart easily, and if too thick, they’ll take a long time to cook, so the right thickness is important. Lightly pat the sliced sausage with paper towels to remove excess moisture; this will help make the pancake crispier.
Step 2
A tip to make your pink sausage pancake even more delicious! While using only tempura flour will make it sufficiently crispy, adding a touch of curry powder can enhance the flavor, which might otherwise be a bit plain. I added about 1/2 teaspoon, but you can add more if you enjoy the curry aroma.
Step 3
Because curry powder is added, you can enjoy it without extra seasoning. If you’re not using curry powder or prefer more seasoning, you can add a tiny pinch of salt or pepper. Add water to the tempura flour and mix to create a thin batter. If it’s too thick, it won’t coat the sausage well, and if it’s too thin, it might peel off during cooking. Aim for a slightly runny consistency.
Step 4
Now, heat a generous amount of oil in a pan over medium-low heat. Once the oil is moderately hot, dip the pink sausage slices into the tempura batter and place them in the pan. Don’t overcrowd the pan; leave a little space between each piece so they cook evenly and are easier to separate later.
Step 5
Once one side is golden brown, gently flip the sausage slices with a spatula and cook the other side until equally golden. It’s important to flip them occasionally and cook slowly over low to medium-low heat to ensure the sausage is cooked through without burning. You can use tongs to turn them and brown the sides for a prettier finish. Your delicious pink sausage pancake is ready!
