jeon - korean family fritters
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These appetizers were traditionally part of family gatherings to commemorate relatives who have passed away. Now they can be found everywhere, even from street vendors. There are other varieties, such as cod and pork meatballs, etc. During the Korean War, food was scarce. American soldiers introduced Spam from their rations and voila!
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yield
4 -8
prep time
15 Min
cook time
10 Min
method
Stove Top
Ingredients For jeon - korean family fritters
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1 Tbspvegetable oil
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assorted jeon pieces (see below)
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cho ganjang/ dipping sauce
- COATING
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4eggs
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1 1/4 cflour
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1 tspsalt
- JEON #1
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1 mdzucchini, 1/2 inch slices
- JEON #1
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8scallions, cut in thirds
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10 ozspam, sliced the same size as scallions.
How To Make jeon - korean family fritters
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1Soak 8 bamboo skewers in water while you prepare everything else.
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2Make coating: beat eggs in a bowl, set aside. In separate bowl, sift together flour and salt.
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3Heat oil in heavy skillet over medium - low heat.
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4Slice zucchini.
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5Alternately thread scallions and Spam slices onto skewers (so they look like a layer cake slice!)
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6Toss prepared jeon pieces in flour until well coated, then dip into the beaten egg mixture.
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7Shake off excess egg, add jeon pieces to skillet. Do not overcrowd. May need to fry in batches and add a little more oil for subsequent batches.
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8Fry for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Adjust temperature if turning too dark. Remove and drain on paper towels. Serve with your choice of Korean Dipping sauce ( cho ganjang).
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