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Korean Seafood Pancake

Crispy Korean Seafood Pancake That Will Wow Your Taste Buds

This Korean Seafood Pancake is a comforting dish featuring crispy textures and flavorful seafood, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: APPETIZERS
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

For the Pancake
  • 2.5 tablespoons vegetable oil for frying
  • 2 stalks green onions chopped
  • 200 grams jumbo shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 150 grams squid rings
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup potato starch or cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup very cold water
For the Dipping Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar or white vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon chopped green onion

Equipment

  • Large Bowl
  • Non-stick pan
  • whisk
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • Paper Towel

Method
 

How to Make Korean Seafood Pancake
  1. Prep the Green Onions: Start by washing the green onions and patting them dry. Trim off the roots, split each stalk vertically, and chop them into 2-inch-long pieces. Set aside.
  2. Dry the Seafood: Gently pat the squid rings and shrimp with a paper towel to remove any excess moisture. This will help achieve that beautiful crispy texture later—set aside.
  3. Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, potato starch, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, chicken bouillon powder, and salt until well combined.
  4. Combine Ingredients: Add the chopped green onions, shrimp, squid rings, and the very cold water to the dry mixture. Stir gently just until combined—be careful not to overmix, as you want it fluffy!
  5. Heat the Oil: In a large non-stick pan, heat 2 ½ tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Swirl the oil around the pan, then pour in the batter, spreading it evenly, ensuring to fill any gaps.
  6. Fry Until Golden: Reduce the heat to medium and fry the pancake until the bottom is crispy and golden, about 5-7 minutes, swirling occasionally in the oil to ensure even cooking.
  7. Flip and Cook Again: Carefully flip the pancake over and pour the remaining oil around the edges. Swirl it again and press down occasionally, frying until it's crispy and golden brown on the other side, about 4-5 minutes.
  8. Slice the Pancake: Once cooked, transfer the pancake to a cutting board and slice it into smaller pieces for easy serving.
  9. Prepare the Dipping Sauce: Combine the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and finely chopped green onion in a small bowl. Enjoy it alongside the delicious pancake!

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 10gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Optional: Garnish with sesame seeds for an extra crunch. For best results, ensure your seafood is dry before adding it to the batter.

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