Chewy King Oyster Mushroom Pancakes
Chewy King Oyster Mushroom Pancakes
Beautifully Pan-Fried King Oyster Mushrooms for Chuseok (Korean Harvest Festival)
A quintessential festive dish, these chewy King Oyster Mushroom pancakes are a highlight of any holiday table. Learn how to make these delicious and satisfying mushroom pancakes with this detailed and friendly recipe. We’ve included helpful tips to make it easy even for beginners.
Pancake Ingredients- 1 King Oyster Mushroom
- 1 Egg
- 2 Scallions (Green Onions)
- 1 Red Chili Pepper
- 2 Tbsp Pancake Mix (Buchim Garu)
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, wash the fresh King Oyster Mushrooms thoroughly under running water. Trim off the tough ends of the mushrooms, and then slice them into uniform pieces about 0.5 cm thick. Slicing them this way ensures a wonderfully chewy texture when cooked.
Step 2
In a bowl, crack one egg. Add 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper for balanced flavor. Whisk the egg gently with a fork until smooth and well combined, preparing your egg wash.
Step 3
Finely chop the scallions to add a beautiful color to the pancakes. Chop them to a size that complements the mushroom slices for an appealing presentation.
Step 4
Now, let’s start frying the pancakes. Pour about 2 tablespoons of cooking oil generously into a frying pan. Heat the pan over medium heat until the oil is warm.
Step 5
Here’s a handy tip for coating the mushrooms evenly with pancake mix: Place the sliced mushrooms and 2 tablespoons of pancake mix into a disposable plastic bag. Seal the bag and shake it well. This method ensures the mix coats the mushrooms evenly without clumping, making the process much easier.
Step 6
After coating with pancake mix, dip the mushrooms into the prepared egg wash, ensuring they are fully coated. A little tip: gently shake off any excess pancake mix before dipping; this helps the egg wash adhere more evenly and thinly.
Step 7
Carefully place the egg-coated mushrooms into the preheated pan. Start with medium heat, but once the mushrooms are in the pan, reduce the heat to low. Be careful not to overheat, as this can burn the outside while leaving the inside undercooked.
Step 8
To prevent the scallions from burning, first lightly cook the mushrooms on both sides until the egg coating is just set. Then, drizzle about 1/2 tablespoon of egg wash over the mushrooms again, spreading it evenly to create a neat surface for topping.
Step 9
Arrange the chopped scallions on top of the mushrooms. By cooking only the scallions and the additional egg wash, you’ll achieve delicious King Oyster Mushroom pancakes that are beautifully browned and haven’t burned. It’s a simple yet impressive festive dish!
Step 10
Finally, for a vibrant touch, add thin slices of red chili pepper on top. These pancakes cook quickly, usually within about 5 minutes. Cook for approximately 5 to 10 minutes in total, flipping as needed, until both sides are golden brown and the egg is fully cooked. Your delicious King Oyster Mushroom pancakes are now ready!
