Tender Chicken Breast Jeon (Donggeurangttaeng): Healthy & Delicious Homemade Side Dish & Snack
Tender Chicken Breast Jeon (Donggeurangttaeng): Healthy & Delicious Homemade Side Dish & Snack
Diet Chicken Breast Recipes, Using Frozen Chicken Breast, Healthy Side Dishes, Recommended Snacks, Kids’ Snacks, Home Cooking Recipes
Tired of the same old chicken breast every day? Pay attention! Introducing a chicken breast jeon (Donggeurangttaeng) recipe filled with tenderness and flavor instead of dryness. It’s a delicious way to manage your diet, a perfect hearty snack for your husband, and most importantly, a dish the kids absolutely adore, making it enjoyable for the whole family. Make a wonderful side dish using leftover frozen chicken breast. Let’s start making this chicken breast jeon that achieves both health and taste!
Main Ingredients- 200g frozen chicken breast (thawed before cooking)
- 1/2 onion (small)
- 1/4 carrot (small)
- 1 stalk of green onion (white part)
- 1/2 red chili pepper (for color, optional)
- 3 eggs
- 5 Tbsp pancake mix or all-purpose flour (for the batter)
- Vegetable oil, for pan-frying
Donggeurangttaeng Batter Seasoning- 5 Tbsp pancake mix or all-purpose flour
- 3 eggs
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp tuna extract or soup soy sauce (for umami)
- 20 grinds of black peppercorns (or a pinch of ground pepper)
- A pinch of ginger powder (to remove gamey smell)
- 5 Tbsp pancake mix or all-purpose flour
- 3 eggs
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp tuna extract or soup soy sauce (for umami)
- 20 grinds of black peppercorns (or a pinch of ground pepper)
- A pinch of ginger powder (to remove gamey smell)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, take the frozen chicken breast out of the freezer about 30 minutes before cooking and soak it in cold water for about 10 minutes to gently thaw. Soaking it slightly in water makes the chicken breast more moist, which makes it easier to mince or grind.
Step 2
Mince the thawed chicken breast finely, either using a food processor or a knife. Finely chop the onion, carrot, green onion, and red chili pepper (if using). The finer you chop the vegetables, the softer the texture will be when mixed with the chicken breast. It’s more convenient to pulse the vegetables together in a food processor. Feel free to use other vegetables you have in your refrigerator (e.g., zucchini, mushrooms, etc.).
Step 3
In a large bowl, combine the finely minced chicken breast and the finely chopped vegetables. Adding vegetables of various colors makes the dish visually appealing and enhances the flavor.
Step 4
Next, crack in 3 eggs and add 5 tablespoons of pancake mix (or all-purpose flour) to the bowl. The eggs and flour help to bind the ingredients together and achieve the right batter consistency.
Step 5
Add 1 tablespoon of soy sauce and 1 tablespoon of tuna extract (or soup soy sauce) for added umami. Grind about 20 twists of black peppercorns or add a pinch of ground pepper for enhanced flavor. Also, add a very small amount of ginger powder to eliminate any gamey smell from the chicken breast.
Step 6
Now, mix all the ingredients thoroughly with a spatula or your hands until well combined and slightly sticky. Kneading the mixture well until it becomes cohesive will help the jeon hold its shape nicely when frying, preventing it from falling apart. Your delicious Donggeurangttaeng batter is now complete.
Step 7
Heat a pan with a generous amount of vegetable oil over low heat. Take small portions of the batter, shape them into small, flat discs with your hands, and place them in the pan. It’s crucial to cook over low heat to ensure the inside cooks through without burning the outside. Flip them over and fry until golden brown and appetizing on both sides. Your delicious Donggeurangttaeng is nearly ready!
Step 8
When frying the Donggeurangttaeng, it’s essential to use low heat and cook slowly, avoiding medium or high heat. Since they might shrink slightly as they cook, it’s okay to shape them a bit larger than your desired final size. Once fully cooked, place the Donggeurangttaeng on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil. This will make them even crispier and cleaner tasting. Enjoy your healthy and delicious homemade chicken breast Donggeurangttaeng!
