Gamjajeon Korean Potato Pancakes Part 2

I tried again today but used the small holes on the box grater to get away from the "hash brown" look. I also used Yukon Gold instead of Russets. It produced a lot more water which I soaked up with paper towels. The result looked more like a true pancake but they didn't seem to taste as good as the Russet batch. Next time I'll try Russets finely grated. And I'll use my food processor. The box grater and I didn't get along today.

Gamjajeon 감자전 Korean Potato Pancake

I thought I should add something since Young K recommended to the cooking group to check it out.

I made Gangwondo style gamjajeon this afternoon as a snack for my parents and students. I've looked at this recipe for a couple of years and thought about making it but never did until two weeks ago when I felt a burst of ambition and whipped up a batch.

The recipe I use is adapted from Hi Soo Shin Hepinstall's "Growing up in a Korean Kitchen". Egg and cornstarch are mixed together and then chopped peppers, mushrooms, green onions and garlic are added.

Potatoes are quickly grated and mixed in. I use a box grater and if you cut the potatoes in half lengthwise is works well.

The batter is dropped into the pan and cooked for about 4 minutes per side. I prepared a vinegar soy sauce for dipping.

The first time I prepared this the boys complained about there not being enough heat. This time I used 4 peppers. My mouth is still tingling a little. Maybe I'll try three next time.

The only complaint was that I should have doubled the recipe.