Cultures/Korean/haemul pajeon
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haemul pajeon

Haemul pajeon is a savory Korean pancake made with a batter of wheat flour, eggs, and green onions, generously filled with various seafood. It is crispy on the edges and soft inside, often enjoyed as a comforting dish during rainy days and commonly paired with makgeolli, a traditional rice wine. This dish highlights the Korean love for fresh seafood and green onions, blending textures and flavors in a popular communal eating style.

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savoryumamislightly saltycrispyseafood
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Last updated 4/1/2026

Pajeon has been a traditional Korean dish for centuries, often prepared during the rainy season when green onions are abundant. The addition of seafood, 'haemul', reflects Korea's coastal culinary influences and the country's reliance on marine resources.

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