Chewy and Delicious Chapssal Hotteok (Sweet Korean Pancakes)
Chewy and Delicious Chapssal Hotteok (Sweet Korean Pancakes)
Sweet Chapssal Hotteok: A Delightful Korean Treat
Let’s make delicious and chewy chapssal hotteok using a convenient store-bought mix. It’s a perfect warm snack for chilly days!
Ingredients- 1 package of store-bought chapssal hotteok mix
- Adequate amount of canola oil or cooking oil for pan-frying
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, open your store-bought hotteok mix package. You’ll typically find three components inside: the hotteok dough mix, the sweet filling (jam mix), and the yeast. Take out all the contents and have them ready.
Step 2
In a large bowl, combine one packet of yeast with 180 ml of lukewarm water. The ideal water temperature is between 40-45°C (104-113°F), which feels comfortably warm to the touch. A good tip is to mix cold and boiling water to achieve this temperature easily. Stir the yeast and water gently until the yeast is dissolved. Then, add the hotteok dough mix powder to the bowl.
Step 3
Begin by mixing the ingredients with a spoon or spatula until they start to come together. Once the mixture is somewhat combined, use your hands to knead the dough for about 5-10 minutes. Kneading well until the dough becomes smooth and elastic is key to achieving that wonderfully chewy texture characteristic of chapssal hotteok.
Step 4
Now it’s time to fill the hotteok! Place the jam filling mix into a small separate bowl. Put on a pair of disposable gloves. Take a portion of the dough (enough for one hotteok) and flatten it into a round shape on your palm. Create a small indentation in the center. Spoon about 1-2 teaspoons of the jam filling into the indentation. Carefully gather the edges of the dough to enclose the filling completely, pinching to seal. Ensure the filling is securely sealed to prevent it from leaking out during cooking.
Step 5
Heat a frying pan over medium-low heat. Add a generous amount of oil. Carefully place the filled hotteok dough into the hot pan. Once placed, use a hotteok press or a spatula to gently flatten the hotteok. Be careful not to press too hard, as this might cause the filling to spill out.
Step 6
Once the bottom of the hotteok is golden brown and cooked, carefully flip it over using a spatula. Cook the other side until it’s also golden brown. Continue to flip and cook until both sides are beautifully browned and the inside is cooked through. This process will yield approximately 7 delicious chapssal hotteoks. They are best enjoyed immediately while they are warm and crispy on the outside, and delightfully chewy on the inside!
