Guljeon

Guljeon is a delightful gluten-free Korean seafood pancake, featuring fresh seafood and vegetables, all held together by a light, crispy batter. Perfect as a snack or appetizer, this dish offers a savory taste of the ocean with every bite.

Ingredients

• Shrimp - 100 grams, peeled and deveined
• Squid - 100 grams, cleaned and sliced
• Green onion - 2 stalks, chopped
• Carrot - 1 small, grated
• Zucchini - 1 small, grated
• Chickpea flour - 100 grams
• Rice flour - 50 grams
• Water - 150 ml
• Egg - 1 large
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Vegetable oil - for frying

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the chickpea flour, rice flour, salt, and black pepper.
2. Add the water gradually while whisking until you achieve a smooth batter.
3. Incorporate the egg into the batter and mix well.
4. Fold in the shrimp, squid, green onion, carrot, and zucchini until evenly coated.
5. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add a tablespoon of vegetable oil.
6. Pour half of the batter mixture into the skillet, spreading it out evenly.
7. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on one side until golden brown, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes.
8. Repeat with the remaining batter to make a second pancake.
9. Once cooked, transfer the pancakes to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
10. Serve hot with dipping sauce made from soy sauce and vinegar.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbs: 36 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8.5 g
• Water: 0.15 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from seafood, promoting muscle health.
• Contains fiber from vegetables, aiding digestion.

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