Korean Shrimp Pancakes

Korean Shrimp Pancakes are a delightful low-carb appetizer, packed with fresh shrimp and vegetables, and perfectly crispy on the outside. These pancakes are quick to prepare and make for a satisfying and flavorful snack or starter.

Korean Shrimp Pancakes
30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Korean
320 kcal

Ingredients

  • shrimp (peeled and deveined) - 200g
  • green onions (chopped) - 2
  • egg - 1 large
  • almond flour - 50g
  • coconut flour - 20g
  • water - 60ml
  • garlic (minced) - 1 clove
  • salt - 1/2 tsp
  • black pepper - 1/4 tsp
  • sesame oil - 1 tbsp
  • cooking oil (for frying) - 2 tbsp

Steps

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, coconut flour, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Add the egg, water, and sesame oil to the dry ingredients and mix until a smooth batter forms.
  3. Fold in the chopped green onions, minced garlic, and shrimp until evenly distributed.
  4. Heat the cooking oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium heat.
  5. Pour half of the batter into the pan, spreading it out evenly to form a pancake.
  6. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
  7. Repeat with the remaining batter to make a second pancake.
  8. Serve hot, optionally with a dipping sauce of soy sauce and vinegar.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 320
  • Protein: 25 g
  • Carbs: 14 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Cholesterol: 186 mg
  • Total Fat: 22 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
  • Water: 0.06 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in protein from shrimp, aiding in muscle repair and growth.
  • Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for a ketogenic diet.

Tags

KoreanKetoAppetizer