18+ Korean Chuseok Foods: Easy Yukjeon (Korean Beef Pancakes)
Easy and quick recipe for Yukjeon, a popular Korean beef pancake (Jeon)! With its melt-in-your-mouth texture, this dish is perfect for special occasions and dinner gatherings.
Ingredients
- 2/3 lb (300 g) Thin beef sirloin slices 1/8-inch thick
- salt and pepper to season lightly
- 1/2 cup rice flour or plain wheat flour
- 4 eggs beaten well
- 2-4 tbsp oil
Pairing Suggestions - Optional
- simple dipping sauce see recipe below
- Korean green onion salad (Pa Muchim)
- onion. and red pepper slices, radish sprouts to make beef-vegetable rolls
Simple Dipping Sauce
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp Korean mustard (yeongeoja) or dijon mustard
Instructions
- Heat the Skillet: Set your skillet over medium-low heat and add some oil.
- Coat and Cook: First, coat the beef slices in flour. Then, dip them in beaten eggs. Place each slice in the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes before flipping. Cook for another minute or until each side is a light golden brown. If they brown too quickly, lower the heat.Note: For extra flair, consider adding a piece of crown daisy while pan-frying. This is optional but adds a nice garnish.
- Serving Yukjeon: Arrange your cooked Yukjeon on a platter with Korean green onion salad or your simple dipping sauce. Enjoy immediately for the best taste experience. For elegant Presentation, stuff the beef pancake with crisp salad veggies like onion, pepper, and radish sprouts. Roll it up and serve with the dipping sauce
Nutrition
Calories: 241kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 208mg | Sodium: 714mg | Potassium: 365mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 238IU | Calcium: 45mg | Iron: 2mg