Chili Pepper Jeon

Chili Pepper Jeon is a delightful vegetarian Korean baked dish that features a crispy exterior and a tender interior, packed with the vibrant flavors of fresh chili peppers. This savory pancake-style dish is perfect as a snack or appetizer, offering a unique twist on traditional Korean cuisine.

Ingredients

• Fresh chili peppers - 100 grams, sliced
• All-purpose flour - 100 grams
• Rice flour - 50 grams
• Water - 200 ml
• Green onion - 2 stalks, finely chopped
• Carrot - 50 grams, grated
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, rice flour, salt, and black pepper.
3. Gradually add water to the dry ingredients, whisking until the batter is smooth.
4. Fold in the sliced chili peppers, chopped green onion, and grated carrot into the batter.
5. Heat a non-stick baking dish with vegetable oil and sesame oil in the oven for 5 minutes.
6. Pour the batter into the hot baking dish, spreading it evenly.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
8. Remove from oven, let it cool slightly, then cut into wedges and serve warm.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 38 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 350 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• Low in cholesterol and saturated fats, making it heart-healthy.

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