Korean

Hotteok

“Korean sweet pancakes filled with a gooey mixture of brown sugar, cinnamon, and chopped nuts, fried until crispy.”

Flour

Cinnamon

Peanut

Sesame

Milk

Sugar

Medium1 hour

Where it comes from

Hotteok, a popular street food in Korea, is a sweet pancake that has become synonymous with comfort and indulgence. Originally influenced by Chinese immigrants, this dish has evolved to feature a gooey filling of brown sugar, cinnamon, and nuts. Interestingly, hotteok is often enjoyed in winter, making it a warm treat that brings people together during colder months.

On the Palate

What goes into it

How it's made

1
Prepare a dough by combining flour, yeast, sugar, and water, allowing it to rise until doubled in size.
2
In a separate bowl, mix brown sugar, cinnamon, and chopped nuts to create the filling.
3
Divide the dough, flatten each piece, and spoon the filling into the center before sealing and shaping into a pancake.
4
Fry the filled pancakes in a hot skillet until golden brown and crispy on the outside, then serve warm.

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