Irresistible Korean Cheese Hotteok Recipe

Introduction

Irresistible Korean Cheese Hotteok is a delightful treat featuring a soft, lightly sweet potato dough filled with gooey mozzarella cheese. This crispy, golden pancake offers a perfect balance of textures and flavors that’s sure to satisfy your comfort food cravings.

Ingredients

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

Instructions

1. Step 1: Peel and chop the potato into chunks. Steam until soft, then mash thoroughly until smooth.
2. Step 2: Mix the mashed potato with rice flour, sugar, and salt to form a pliable dough.
3. Step 3: Divide the dough into portions. Flatten each slightly and add a generous amount of shredded mozzarella cheese in the center. Wrap the dough around the cheese and seal well, then gently flatten into a disc shape.
4. Step 4: Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Place the hotteok in the pan, reduce heat to low, and fry for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until each side is golden brown and crispy.

Tips & Variations

• For extra flavor, add a pinch of cinnamon or chopped green onions to the dough before shaping.
• Try mixing mozzarella with other melting cheeses like cheddar or gouda for a richer filling.
• Use vegetable oil or sesame oil for a different aroma and taste.
• Make sure the potato dough is not too wet to avoid difficulty sealing the hotteok.

Storage

Store leftover hotteok in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a non-stick pan over low heat to restore crispiness and melt the cheese. Avoid microwaving directly to prevent sogginess.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use instant mashed potatoes instead of fresh potatoes?

While fresh steamed potatoes yield the best texture and flavor, you can use instant mashed potatoes in a pinch. Just adjust the amount of rice flour to get the right dough consistency.

What can I substitute for rice flour?

If rice flour is unavailable, you can substitute with all-purpose flour or glutinous rice flour, keeping in mind that the texture may vary slightly. Glutinous rice flour will make the dough chewier.

Irresistible Korean Cheese Hotteok Recipe

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Irresistible Korean Cheese Hotteok is a delightful street food treat featuring a soft, chewy potato-based dough filled with gooey mozzarella cheese. This recipe combines the lightness of steamed potatoes with the crispiness achieved through pan-frying, making it a perfect sweet and savory snack or dessert that’s both satisfying and easy to prepare.

• Author: Isabella
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 12 minutes
• Total Time: 27 minutes
• Yield: 4–6 hotteok depending on size 1x
• Category: Snack
• Method: Frying
• Cuisine: Korean

Ingredients

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For the Potato Dough

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

For Filling and Cooking

• Shredded mozzarella cheese (enough for filling each hotteok)
• 1–2 tbsp oil for frying

Instructions

1. Prepare the Potato Dough: Peel and chop the potatoes, then steam them until they are completely soft. Once steamed, mash the potatoes thoroughly and mix in the rice flour, sugar, and salt until a smooth, pliable dough forms.
2. Shape the Hotteok: Divide the dough into equal portions. Flatten each portion slightly in your palm, place a generous amount of shredded mozzarella cheese in the center, then carefully wrap the dough around the cheese and seal it tightly. Flatten the sealed dough ball gently to form a disc shape.
3. Cook the Hotteok: Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Place the formed hotteok discs into the pan and reduce the heat to low-medium. Fry them slowly for about 10-12 minutes, flipping occasionally, until they become golden brown and crispy on the outside while the cheese inside melts perfectly.

Notes

• Use medium heat to fry to ensure the dough cooks through without burning the exterior.
• You can substitute mozzarella with other melting cheeses like cheddar or a mix for added flavor.
• Ensure the dough is sealed tightly to prevent cheese from leaking during cooking.
• Serve hot for the best gooey cheese experience.
• Rice flour helps achieve the chewy texture characteristic of Korean hotteok.

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