파전
Green Onion PancakeA savory Korean pancake loaded with green onions and often seafood, crispy on the outside and soft inside. It's the quintessential rainy-day food in Korea. The sizzling sound and aroma are part of the experience.
How to Eat
Cut into wedges and dip in a soy-vinegar sauce. Pair with makgeolli (rice wine) for the classic Korean rainy-day combo.
Where to Find
Traditional Korean restaurants and pajeon specialty spots. Dongnae in Busan is famous for its dongnae pajeon.
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닭갈비
Spicy Stir-Fried Chicken
Chunks of chicken stir-fried with gochujang, cabbage, rice cakes, and sweet potato in a large pan. Chuncheon in Gangwon-do is the birthplace. Adding fried rice at the end is mandatory.
해물파전
Seafood Green Onion Pancake
A crispy, golden pancake loaded with fresh seafood like squid, shrimp, and oysters alongside green onions. It's the premium version of pajeon and a quintessential accompaniment to makgeolli. The seafood makes it extra savory.