About
Bindaetteok are savory Korean pancakes made from ground mung beans, mixed with vegetables and sometimes meat. They have a crispy exterior and a soft, slightly chewy interior with a nutty, earthy flavor. Traditionally eaten as a street food or appetizer, they are especially popular in Jeonju, where they are a regional specialty.
Cultural Context
Bindaetteok is a beloved street food in Korea, particularly in Jeonju, where it is a local specialty. It is often enjoyed as a snack or appetizer, sometimes paired with makgeolli (Korean rice wine). Historically, it was a way to use inexpensive ingredients like mung beans and leftover vegetables.
Ingredients
1 cupsplit mung beans(soaked overnight)
100 gpork belly(thinly sliced (optional))
1/2 cupkimchi(chopped)
2 stalksscallions(chopped)
1 tbspsoy sauce