Savory Korean Pancakes

Savory Korean Pancakes, or 'Jeon', are a delightful low-carb twist on a classic dish, perfect for those following a keto lifestyle. Crispy, flavorful, and packed with fresh vegetables, these pancakes make for an excellent side dish or light meal.

Ingredients

• Almond flour - 100g
• Eggs - 2 large
• Green onions - 50g, chopped
• Zucchini - 100g, grated and excess moisture squeezed out
• Carrot - 50g, grated
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Salt - 1/2 tsp
• Black pepper - 1/4 tsp
• Olive oil - 2 tbsp (for frying)
• Soy sauce - 1 tbsp (for dipping, optional)
• Sesame oil - 1 tsp (for dipping, optional)

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, eggs, chopped green onions, grated zucchini, grated carrot, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
3. Once the skillet is hot, pour half of the batter into the skillet, spreading it evenly to form a pancake.
4. Cook for about 3-4 minutes or until the edges are golden brown, then flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes on the other side.
5. Remove the pancake from the skillet and repeat the process with the remaining batter, adding more olive oil as needed.
6. Serve the pancakes warm with a mixture of soy sauce and sesame oil for dipping, if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 8 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 186 mg
• Total Fat: 16 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for ketogenic diets.
• Rich in fiber from vegetables, promoting digestive health.

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