Zucchini is in season. This quick and easy dish to so delicious. Make these for a snack, an appetizer, or a light meal!


호박부침(Korean)
/hobak huchim/
Makes 12 fritters or 
2 medium size pancakes

A. Mixture:

1 medium large organic zucchini, shredded (or 2 cups shredded zucchini)
1 tsp. (5 g) sea salt
1 organic scallion, finely sliced
1 organic clove garlic, finely minced
½ tsp. (2,5 g) ground black pepper
1-3 tsp. gochugaru 
(고추가루) (very hot Korean chile flake; optional) or mix of paprika and cayenne pepper to taste
1 Tbsp. soy sauce or gluten-free liquid aminos
1 tsp. sesame oil
1 organic egg, lightly beaten
1 ½ cups (195 g) (gluten-free) flour
olive oil for frying


B. Dipping sauce: Combine all the ingredients in a small bowl.

2 Tbsp. soy sauce or liquid aminos
1 tsp. sesame oil
2 tsp. rice vinegar
½ tsp. organic sugar
pinch of gochugaru (optional)
pinch of sesame seeds (optional)


/il/ 1. Add the shredded zucchini and salt into a mixing bow, stir, massage, then lightly squeeze out the liquid.

/ee/ 2. Stir in the scallion, garlic, pepper, gochugaru, soy sauce/liquid aminos, sesame oil, and egg. 

/sam/ 3. Stir in the flour, sit for 10-15 minutes. It can be covered and refrigerated.

/sa/ 4. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

for fritter:
/oh/ 5. Pour about 1/2 inch (12 mm) of oil or for a softer fritter use just a drizzle of oil.

for pancake:
 /oh/ 5. Scoop a spoonful of batter, about 1/3 cup-1/2  (45-65 g).
               
/yook/ 6. Cook until crispy and golden brown, about 3-5 minutes on each side.

/chil/ 7. Drain each fritter or pancake on a plate lined with a paper towel.

/pal/ 8. Serve with the dipping sauce.


Try some other Korean dishes:



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