"From chef Hooni Kim's book 'My Korea'—this savory pajeon (Korean scallion pancakes) recipe is all about the scallions. Serve with makgeolli...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1/2 cup cornstarch
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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2 teaspoons sugar
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1 teaspoon doenjang (Korean fermented soybean paste)
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1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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2 cups ice-cold club soda
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1 medium egg yolk
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2 teaspoons minced garlic
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3 bunches scallions, cut into 2-inch batons (if the scallions are thick, cut the white parts lengthwise in half before cutting into batons)
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5 tablespoons grape seed or canola oil for frying
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2 tablespoons water
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1/4 teaspoon minced ginger
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2 tablespoons rice vinegar
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6 tablespoons soy sauce
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1 tablespoon gochugaru (Korean red chili flakes)
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
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1/4 teaspoon minced ginger