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Korean Cheese Hotteok Recipe

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Korean cheese hotteok is a delicious snack featuring crispy, chewy, and fluffy potato pancakes stuffed with melted mozzarella cheese. This easy-to-make recipe delivers an irresistible cheese pull and golden pan-fried crust, perfect for a savory treat or appetizer.

  • Author: Chef
  • Prep Time: 35 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 5 hotteoks
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Korean
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

Potato Dough

  • 1 medium-sized potato (300g)
  • 2-3 tbsp rice flour
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • ¼ tsp salt

Filling and Cooking

  • Shredded mozzarella cheese (as needed for stuffing)
  • 1-2 tbsp oil for cooking

Instructions

  1. Steam the Potatoes: Peel the potato and chop it into large chunks. Steam the pieces for 10-15 minutes until they become soft and tender.
  2. Prepare the Dough: Transfer the steamed potatoes to a bowl. Add rice flour, sugar, and salt. Mash the potatoes thoroughly with a fork and mix until all ingredients are well combined to form a smooth dough.
  3. Form the Dough Balls: Scoop out a portion of the dough into your palm and roll it into a ball. Use your thumb to gently push and flatten the ball into a small disc.
  4. Add the Cheese Filling: Place a generous amount of shredded mozzarella cheese in the center of the dough disc. Wrap the dough around the cheese, pinching the seams tightly to seal it inside.
  5. Shape the Pancakes: Roll the cheese-stuffed dough gently into a ball and then flatten it slightly to form a pancake shape.
  6. Pan-Fry the Hotteok: Heat oil over medium-high heat in a non-stick frying pan. Place the pancakes in the pan, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Pan-fry each side for about 5-6 minutes until both sides are golden brown and crispy, and the cheese inside has melted.

Notes

  • Make sure the potatoes are fully steamed and soft to create a smooth dough.
  • Seal the dough well to prevent cheese from leaking out during frying.
  • You can adjust the amount of rice flour slightly if the dough feels too sticky or too dry.
  • Use a non-stick pan and moderate heat to avoid burning while ensuring crispy outsides.
  • Serve hot immediately to enjoy the melted cheese filling and the best texture.

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