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Same technique: Fried sweet dough25 recipes from 13 countries
A beloved Busan street food, these sweet pancakes are stuffed with a mixture of brown sugar, cinnamon, and crunchy seeds. They are fried until golden and blisteringly hot.
According to eatmundo's ingredient comparison, the closest dish to Ssiat Hotteok from another cuisine is Classic Mexican Churros (Mexico): the two share 25% of their ingredients.
Ingredients
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- 1
Combine 400g of wheat flour, 5g of yeast, and 250ml of warm water in a bowl to make a soft dough.
- 2
Knead the dough for 5 minutes until smooth, then cover and let it ferment in a warm place for 40 minutes.
- 3
Mix 100g of brown sugar and 5g of cinnamon in a small dish to prepare the sweet filling.
- 4
Take a handful of dough, flatten it in your palm, and place a spoonful of the sugar-cinnamon mix in the center.
- 5
Fold the edges of the dough over to seal the filling completely, ensuring no gaps remain.
- 6
Heat 50ml of oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat until it shimmers.
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Fry each pancake for 2 minutes on each side, pressing down firmly with a spatula to create a flat, crispy disk.
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Fill the centers with chopped nuts or seeds and serve immediately while the sugar syrup is molten.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ssiat Hotteok?
Ssiat Hotteok is a South Korean street food snack consisting of a griddled yeast dough pancake filled with brown sugar, cinnamon, and a variety of mixed seeds. It is primarily consumed as a warm dessert or handheld treat during the colder months.
What type of flour is best for Ssiat Hotteok dough?
Use all-purpose flour or a mix of all-purpose and glutinous rice flour to achieve the signature chewy texture.
How do I prevent the brown sugar filling from leaking during frying?
Ensure the dough is sealed tightly around the sugar mixture and avoid overfilling; use a spatula to flatten the pancake gently after placing it in the pan.
At what temperature should I cook the hotteok?
Cook on medium heat to ensure the sugar filling melts into a syrup without burning the outside of the dough.
Can I use different nuts for the seed filling?
Yes, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, chopped peanuts, or walnuts work perfectly to provide the traditional crunch.