Daeha Jeon

Daeha Jeon is a delightful Korean seafood pancake made with sweet shrimp, fresh vegetables, and a light batter, perfect for a nutritious meal. This dish is pan-fried to golden perfection, offering a crispy texture and a burst of flavors in every bite.

Ingredients

• Sweet shrimp (peeled) - 200 grams
• All-purpose flour - 50 grams
• Cornstarch - 25 grams
• Water - 100 ml
• Egg - 1 large
• Green onions - 2 stalks, chopped
• Carrot - 50 grams, julienned
• Zucchini - 50 grams, julienned
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons for frying

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and water to create a smooth batter.
2. Add the egg, salt, and black pepper to the batter and mix well.
3. Fold in the sweet shrimp, chopped green onions, julienned carrot, and zucchini into the batter until evenly combined.
4. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil.
5. Pour half of the batter into the skillet, spreading it evenly to form a pancake.
6. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until the bottom is golden brown, then carefully flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes on the other side.
7. Repeat the process with the remaining batter, adding more oil if necessary.
8. Serve hot, optionally with a dipping sauce made of soy sauce and vinegar.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.15 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from sweet shrimp, promoting muscle health.
• Contains various vitamins and minerals from vegetables, supporting overall wellness.

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