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Korean Cheese Hotteok

Korean Cheese Hotteok

Experience the delightful taste of Korean Cheese Hotteok, a fun and savory snack that perfectly combines crispy potato pancakes with gooey melted cheese. This easy-to-make recipe is a crowd-pleaser, ideal for any occasion—whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a cozy night in. The satisfying cheese pull as you take a bite will surely impress everyone at your table!

  • Total Time: 32 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 3 hotteok 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 medium-sized potato (300g)
  • 2–3 tbsp rice flour
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • Shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1–2 tbsp oil (for cooking)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Potatoes: Peel and chop the potato into large chunks. Steam for 10-15 minutes until soft.
  2. Make the Dough Mixture: In a mixing bowl, mash the steamed potatoes with rice flour, sugar, and salt until well combined.
  3. Shape the Hotteok: Scoop some dough into your palm, flatten it slightly, place shredded mozzarella cheese in the center, wrap the dough around it, and pinch to seal.
  4. Cook the Hotteok: Roll each filled dough ball into a flat pancake shape. Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat and fry each side until golden brown, about 10-12 minutes.
  • Author: Emmeline
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Korean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 197
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: Use starchy potatoes like Russets for better texture. Adjust rice flour if needed to achieve a manageable dough consistency. Experiment with different cheeses for varied flavors.

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