modeumjeon

4 Pinches
Portland, OR
Updated on Jun 29, 2019

This is a traditional dish for a Korean feast. However, this dish can be easily made and enjoyed as an appetizer or side dish along with any meal any day of the year.

prep time 10 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Pan Fry
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 zucchini
  • 20 shrimp, medium to large
  • salt and pepper
  • 3 eggs
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • vegetable oil
  • DIPPING SAUCE
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • pinch pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar

How To Make modeumjeon

  • Step 1
    Slice the zucchini into 1/3-inch rounds. Lightly salt both sides and set aside at least for 20 minutes. Pat dry excess water with a paper towel.
  • Step 2
    Peel and devein the shrimp. Butterfly but do not cut through. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Let sit for 15 minutes.
  • Step 3
    Dip both sides of ingredients in flour, one piece at a time.
  • Step 4
    Heat 1 T oil in skillet over medium heat. Dip each piece one at a time in the beaten egg, and carefully place in the heated skillet.
  • Step 5
    Mix up Dipping ingredients.
  • Step 6
    Cook for 1 to 2 minutes each side, adding more oil if needed, until slightly golden.
  • Step 7
    Repeat until all the ingredients are pan fried. Add an additional tablespoon of oil each time.
  • Step 8
    Serve warm with dipping sauce.

Discover More

Ingredient: Seafood
Method: Pan Fry
Culture: Korean
Category: Seafood

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