Nokdujeon || Mung Bean Pancake, 绿豆煎, 綠豆煎, 緑豆のチヂミ, 녹두전

Nokdujeon is a popular Korean pancake made from ground mung beans. It’s a versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish.

Ingredients:

Ground mung beans
Water
Vegetable oil
Salt
Optional fillings: kimchi, pork, vegetables

Instructions:

Soak the Mung Beans: Soak the ground mung beans in water for several hours or overnight.
Blend the Mung Beans: Blend the soaked mung beans into a smooth batter.
Cook the Pancakes:
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a thin layer of oil.
- Pour a ladleful of batter onto the hot skillet and spread it out into a thin circle.
- If adding fillings, place them on top of the batter.
- Cook until golden brown on both sides.
Serve:
- Serve hot with a dipping sauce, such as soy sauce mixed with vinegar and chili peppers.

Tips for a Delicious Nokdujeon:

Soaking Time: Soaking the mung beans for longer will result in a smoother batter.
Batter Consistency: The batter should be thick but pourable.
Oil Temperature: The oil should be hot enough to sizzle but not too hot, or the pancakes will burn.
Dipping Sauce: A good dipping sauce can enhance the flavor of the pancakes.

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