Hotteok (Korean Sweet Pancakes)

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• ¾ cup warm water
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon instant yeast
• ½ tablespoon vegetable oil
• ½ cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ½ cup crushed roasted peanuts
• 2 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 2 cups vegetable oil

Instructions

1. 1

   Mix warm water, sugar, salt, and instant yeast in a large bowl. Let sit for 2 minutes until foamy.

2. 2

   Add flour and 0.5 tablespoon vegetable oil. Stir until a shaggy dough forms, then knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.

3. 3

   Cover dough with a damp towel and let rise for 30 minutes until puffy.

4. 4

   While dough rises, combine brown sugar, cinnamon, and crushed peanuts in a bowl. Set filling aside.

5. 5

   Divide dough into 8 equal portions. Roll each into a ball, then flatten into a thin disc on your palm.

6. 6

   Place 1 tablespoon filling mixture in the center of each disc. Fold edges up and seal, then gently flatten into a patty.

7. 7

   Heat 2 cups vegetable oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (175°C).

8. 8

   Carefully place 2-3 hotteok into hot oil and fry for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.

9. 9

   Transfer to a paper towel to drain. Serve warm while the filling is still gooey.

Tools you’ll need

• large mixing bowl
• measuring cups and spoons
• damp kitchen towel
• deep skillet or pot
• candy/deep-fry thermometer
• slotted spoon
• paper towels

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