Crab Stick Heart Pancakes: A Special Side Dish & Holiday Treat Made with Gimbap Ingredients
Crab Stick Heart Pancakes: A Special Side Dish & Holiday Treat Made with Gimbap Ingredients
Crab Stick Heart Pancakes
Discover a delightful new way to use crab sticks, commonly found in gimbap! These ‘Crab Stick Heart Pancakes,’ made with chewy crab sticks generously filled with savory tuna and Spam, are perfect as a comforting side dish for rice or as a special treat for festive occasions. Their charming heart shape makes them a hit with kids too, and they’re a great way to use up any leftover holiday ingredients. Follow this detailed recipe for an easy and delicious creation!
Main Ingredients- 7 crab sticks
- 1 can (85g) tuna, drained
- 120g Spam
- 2 eggs
- Cooking oil, as needed
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, open the can of tuna and drain it thoroughly using a sieve. Press down with a spoon to remove as much oil as possible. This step prevents the pancakes from becoming too greasy and ensures a cleaner taste.
Step 2
Dice the Spam into small pieces. For a smoother texture and to remove impurities, you can rinse the Spam under hot water before dicing.
Step 3
In a bowl, crack two eggs and whisk them well. Add the drained tuna and diced Spam. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper to taste, then mix everything thoroughly until well combined. Adjust seasoning based on the saltiness of the Spam.
Step 4
Prepare about 7 crab sticks. To make shaping easier, cut each crab stick in half lengthwise. This will create pieces that are more manageable for forming the heart shapes.
Step 5
Arrange two halves of a crab stick to form a heart shape, overlapping them slightly. Secure the shape by inserting a toothpick through the joined ends. This will help maintain the heart form while cooking.
Step 6
Repeat the process with the remaining crab sticks to create more heart shapes. With 7 crab sticks, you should be able to make about 3-4 heart-shaped pancakes.
Step 7
Heat a lightly oiled pan over medium heat. Carefully place the prepared crab stick hearts onto the pan. Cooking them gently over medium heat is ideal.
Step 8
Spoon the tuna and Spam egg mixture into the center of each crab stick heart shape. Be careful not to overfill, so the mixture doesn’t spill out.
Step 9
Cook the pancakes over medium-low heat until golden brown and cooked through on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side. Once cooked, remove from the pan, let them cool slightly, and then carefully remove the toothpicks. Serve these delightful heart-shaped pancakes warm.
