Family Favorite Soft Donggeurangttaeng & Delicious Stuffed Pepper Pancakes
Perfect for Kids! The Ultimate Recipe for Donggeurangttaeng and Stuffed Pepper Pancakes
My son loves Donggeurangttaeng, and my husband adores stuffed pepper pancakes. I’ve created the ultimate recipe to make both these favorites simultaneously! Enjoy the tender, juicy Donggeurangttaeng and the crispy, flavorful stuffed pepper pancakes that will satisfy the whole family!
Donggeurangttaeng Ingredients
- 300g minced meat (pork, beef, or a mix)
- 1/2 block firm tofu (approx. 275g, water squeezed out)
- 1 small onion (finely minced)
- 1/3 carrot (finely minced)
- 2 handfuls of chopped green onions or scallions
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- A little minced chili pepper (for adults, omit for kids)
- A pinch of black pepper
- 2.5 Tbsp sesame oil
- Salt to taste (adjust seasoning as needed)
Stuffed Pepper Pancake Ingredients
- A portion of the Donggeurangttaeng mixture (set aside for kids)
- About 5-6 Korean green peppers (or other mild chili peppers), or bell peppers
Common Ingredients
- All-purpose flour or pancake mix, as needed
- 2 eggs (lightly beaten)
- Cooking oil, generously
- A portion of the Donggeurangttaeng mixture (set aside for kids)
- About 5-6 Korean green peppers (or other mild chili peppers), or bell peppers
Common Ingredients
- All-purpose flour or pancake mix, as needed
- 2 eggs (lightly beaten)
- Cooking oil, generously
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Let’s start by making the beloved Donggeurangttaeng, a dish everyone enjoys! This recipe will take away your worries about side dishes for the kids.
Step 2
First, wrap the tofu in a kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out as much water as possible. You can mash it with a fork or your hands, or use a food processor. Removing excess water is crucial to prevent the mixture from becoming too soggy.
Step 3
In a large bowl, combine the squeezed tofu, 300g of minced meat, 2 handfuls of chopped green onions or scallions, 1/2 finely minced onion, and 1/3 finely minced carrot. Mincing the vegetables finely will improve the texture of the Donggeurangttaeng.
Step 4
Next, add 1 Tbsp of minced garlic, a little salt for seasoning, 2.5 Tbsp of sesame oil for richness, and a pinch of black pepper. It’s best to season lightly at first and adjust later after tasting.
Step 5
Now, knead the mixture thoroughly with your hands until it becomes sticky and cohesive. Kneading well helps the ingredients bind together and creates a tender texture, much like kneading dough for rice cakes!
Step 6
If you prefer a spicier flavor or are making Donggeurangttaeng for adults, add about 1 tsp of minced chili pepper at this stage. However, since my son can’t handle spice, I’ll set aside a portion of the mixture for him before adding the chili pepper.
Step 7
After adding the chili pepper to the remaining mixture, knead it again to ensure it’s well combined. This chili-infused mixture can also be used for the pepper pancakes.
Step 8
Meanwhile, lightly beat 2 eggs in a bowl. Also, prepare a plate with all-purpose flour or pancake mix for coating the Donggeurangttaeng and pepper pancakes.
Step 9
Now, take spoonfuls of the Donggeurangttaeng mixture and shape them into flat, round patties. Avoid making them too thick, as this will take longer to cook through; aim for a thickness of about 1 cm. Neatly shape the edges to prevent them from spreading too much during cooking.
Step 10
Coat each shaped Donggeurangttaeng patty first with a thin layer of flour (or pancake mix), then dip it into the beaten egg, ensuring it’s fully coated. This step helps the patties hold their shape and achieve a nice crispy exterior when fried.
Step 11
Heat a generous amount of cooking oil in a pan over medium-low heat. Carefully place the coated Donggeurangttaeng patties in the hot oil. Cook until one side is golden brown, then flip and cook the other side until evenly browned. It’s important to cook over gentle heat to ensure the inside is fully cooked without burning the exterior.
Step 12
Voila! Your golden brown and appetizing Donggeurangttaeng is ready. They have a slightly crispy exterior and an incredibly tender interior.
Step 13
Doesn’t my Donggeurangttaeng look and smell delicious? The seasoning was perfect this time, and my family of three devoured them in no time! They are perfect as a side dish or even as a snack.
Step 14
Now, we’ll use the leftover Donggeurangttaeng mixture to make stuffed pepper pancakes for my husband. First, wash the Korean green peppers (or other chili peppers) thoroughly. Trim off about 1 cm from the stem end.
Step 15
Cut the peppers lengthwise about halfway, or make a slit from the top, and remove the seeds. Using a small teaspoon or spoon makes it easy to scoop out the seeds cleanly. Be careful not to cut too deep.
Step 16
Lightly dust the inside of the deseeded peppers with a thin layer of flour (or pancake mix). This helps the Donggeurangttaeng mixture adhere well to the pepper. Then, using a butter knife or a small spoon, carefully stuff the inside of the peppers with the Donggeurangttaeng mixture. Don’t overfill, or the mixture might spill out during cooking.
Step 17
After stuffing the peppers, coat them first with flour (or pancake mix), just like you did with the Donggeurangttaeng. Then, dip them into the beaten egg, ensuring they are fully coated. This process will make the pepper pancakes extra crispy and flavorful.
Step 18
Add a generous amount of cooking oil to a pan preheated over medium-low heat. Carefully place the egg-coated stuffed peppers into the hot oil. Cook until one side is golden brown, then flip and cook the other side until evenly browned. It’s important to manage the heat to prevent burning.
Step 19
Delicious-looking stuffed pepper pancakes are ready in no time! The combination of spicy peppers and the savory Donggeurangttaeng mixture is truly fantastic.
Step 20
With one batch of Donggeurangttaeng mixture, you can make both Donggeurangttaeng and stuffed pepper pancakes! This versatile mixture can also be used for perilla leaf pancakes or eggplant pancakes. It’s truly a jack-of-all-trades recipe! Thanks to this, our family enjoyed delicious meals for two days straight. You should definitely try it!
