Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 pound

tofu

firm

1 pound

ground beef

10 unit

scallions

trimmed and minced

2 unit

long hot red chiles

minced

1 tsp

black pepper

6 unit

garlic cloves

minced

1 tbsp

dark sesame oil

1 tbsp

soy sauce

80 pinch

salt

2 tbsp

fresh chives

minced

2 unit

eggs

2 tbsp

neutral oil

for frying

1 cup

instant flour

Step 1
~3 min

Press the tofu to remove excess water.

Step 2
~3 min

Combine tofu, ground beef, scallions, chiles, pepper, garlic, sesame oil, soy sauce, and salt in a bowl.

Step 3
~3 min

Mix the ingredients until well combined.

Step 4
~3 min

Season the mixture to taste.

Step 5
~3 min

Beat eggs in a separate bowl.

Step 6
~3 min

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 7
~3 min

Place flour on a plate.

Step 8
~3 min

Shape the mixture into small pancakes.

Step 9
~3 min

Dip each pancake in flour, then in the beaten egg.

Step 10
~3 min

Transfer the coated pancakes to the hot skillet.

Step 11
~3 min

Cook until browned on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.

Step 12
~3 min

Stack the cooked pancakes on a plate.

Step 13
~3 min

Serve hot or at room temperature.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Serve with a dipping sauce like soy sauce mixed with rice vinegar.

Adjust the amount of chili to your spice preference.

Make sure the skillet is hot before adding the pancakes for optimal browning.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made ahead and reheated

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as an appetizer or side dish.

Serve with a dipping sauce.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Korean BBQ
Kimchi
Rice

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Korea

Cultural Significance

Popular Korean appetizer

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Party
Snack
Weeknight meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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