Korean Cheese Potato (Print Version)

Crunchy Korean treat filled with cheesy potatoes—makes a great snack to split with friends or eat piping hot right outta the skillet.

# Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - Pinch of salt
02 - Cooking oil (for frying)
03 - 25 g cornstarch or cornflour
04 - 20 g brown sugar
05 - 50 g mozzarella cheese, cut into cubes or shredded
06 - 250 g potatoes, peeled

# Steps:

01 - Move the cooked pancakes onto a plate lined with paper towels so they don't stay oily. Snag them right away while they're still nice and hot.
02 - Add plenty of oil to a non-stick pan and get it warm on medium heat. Pop in each pancake and let each side cook for about 3 to 4 minutes until they're crispy and look golden.
03 - Drop a bit of mozzarella cheese into the center of every potato disc. Wrap the edges up over the cheese so it’s totally tucked in, making a ball. Then flatten that ball gently to make a round pancake.
04 - Split up the potato mix into even chunks. Press each chunk in your hand and flatten it into a little disc.
05 - Toss the grated potatoes, brown sugar, cornstarch, and a bit of salt together in a big bowl. Mix the whole thing until everything sticks together like soft dough.
06 - Peel your potatoes, then grate them. Take a clean napkin or paper towel and squeeze out as much of the moisture as you can from those potatoes. Leave them to the side when you're done.

# Notes:

01 - Try swapping in cheeses like cheddar or gouda for a different flavor vibe.
02 - Mix in a bit of garlic powder, onion powder, or a dash of chili powder with your potatoes if you want more kick.
03 - These go great with spicy kimchi or dip them in a tangy soy and vinegar sauce to boost the taste.
04 - Let the pancakes cool, then stash them in the fridge for a couple of days or freeze them to save for later.