Napa Cabbage and Oyster Pancake (Baechoo Gooljeon)
Napa Cabbage and Oyster Pancake (Baechoo Gooljeon)
Napa Cabbage and Oyster Pancake Recipe: A Delicious Autumn Delicacy
Enjoy a flavorful autumn pancake made with healthy, seasonal ingredients like napa cabbage, fresh oysters, radish, and pumpkin. This delicious Baechoo Gooljeon (Napa Cabbage Oyster Pancake) is a light and satisfying dish perfect for any meal.
Main Ingredients- Napa cabbage 150g (about 2-3 large leaves)
- Fresh oysters 150g
- Radish 80g
- Winter squash or kabocha squash 80g
- Scallions 6 stalks
Batter Ingredients- Pancake mix or all-purpose flour 110g (approx. 2/3 cup or 11 Tbsp)
- Cold water 100g (approx. 1/2 cup)
- Egg 1
- Salt 1 tsp
- Pancake mix or all-purpose flour 110g (approx. 2/3 cup or 11 Tbsp)
- Cold water 100g (approx. 1/2 cup)
- Egg 1
- Salt 1 tsp
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the fresh oysters (150g) by placing them in a sieve. Gently rinse them under cold running water to remove any impurities. Be careful not to wash them too vigorously, as this can break them apart.
Step 2
Prepare the napa cabbage (150g, about 2-3 large leaves), radish (80g), and winter squash or kabocha squash (80g). Peel and wash these vegetables thoroughly. Then, slice them thinly into strips, about 0.5cm thick. (You can omit the squash or radish depending on what you have, and using Korean lettuce for wraps (ssam baechoo) is also a great option.)
Step 3
For color, slice 6 scallion stalks to a similar length as the julienned vegetables. With the ingredients prepped, your pancake is almost ready to be made!
Step 4
Now, it’s time to mix the batter. In a large bowl, combine all the prepared ingredients: the napa cabbage, oysters, and julienned vegetables. This is where everything comes together.
Step 5
Add the batter ingredients and mix well. Combine the pancake mix or flour (110g, about 2/3 cup or 11 Tbsp), cold water (100g, slightly less than the flour), 1 egg, and 1 tsp of salt. Whisk until smooth and well combined, ensuring there are no lumps. (You can also add other flours like Jerusalem artichoke powder for a different flavor. The batter consistency should be thick enough to coat the ingredients well, but not too watery.)
Step 6
Heat a frying pan over medium-high heat and add about 3-4 tablespoons of cooking oil. Spoon portions of the batter into the pan to form round pancakes. Place one oyster on top of each pancake while it’s cooking. The oysters will add a wonderful flavor as they cook.
Step 7
Cook over medium-low heat until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Once the oysters are cooked through and the pancake is crisp, turn off the heat. You can make them any size you prefer, from small bites to larger pancakes.
Step 8
Arrange the nicely cooked napa cabbage and oyster pancakes on a serving plate. They are delicious dipped in a soy sauce mixture with a drop of vinegar. Your delightful, bite-sized Baechoo Gooljeon, perfect for sharing, is now ready to be enjoyed. Enjoy your meal!
