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Hobak Jun (butternut squash pancake)

Yields about 4 10-inch round pancakes.
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Korean
Author: Amy Kim | kimchi MOM

Ingredients

  • 1 small butternut squash about 2 pounds
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 1 Tablespoon garlic powder optional
  • cooking oil

Instructions

  • Trim and peel the squash. Julienne or cut the squash into 2-inch long matchsticks. If you have a mandoline, please use it. It makes this task much easier!
  • In a large bowl, toss together the squash, flour, salt, and garlic powder until the squash is well coated.
  • Keep stirring the mixture as you add a little water at a time. You want the mixture to be just 'wet' with the 'batter' just coating the squash.
  • Heat a few tablespoons of oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Scoop about 1 heaping cup of the mixture into the pan and spread it out so that it's a thin layer. If it's too thick, the middle may not cook all the way through. Cook until golden brown or about 4-6 minutes. Flip and cook the second side until golden brown or 3-4 minutes. Tip: be sure to flip the pancake away from you to prevent any hot oil splattering on you.
  • Repeat step #3 with the remaining mixture.
  • To serve, cut into 2-inch squares and with a dipping sauce made up of equal parts soy sauce and white vinegar.