How to order Potato Pancake (감자전) in Korea
Grated potato pressed into a pancake and fried until the edges go lacy and brittle. No flour in the traditional version — the starch alone binds it, giving a chewy centre.
Say it to order
감자전 주세요
Gamjajeon juseyo
Quick facts
- 감자전
- gam-ja-jeon
- Not spicy
- ₩8,000–14,000
- About 15 min
- Very easy
How to eat it
Tear off pieces and dip in soy-vinegar sauce. Best straight from the pan.
Local tips
- A Gangwon-do speciality — mountain regions serve the best versions.
Goes with
- Makgeolli
Where to try it in Seoul
Questions
- How do you order Potato Pancake in Korean?
- Say “감자전 주세요” (Gamjajeon juseyo).
- Is Potato Pancake spicy?
- No. Potato Pancake isn’t spicy.
- How much does Potato Pancake cost in Korea?
- Usually ₩8,000–14,000.
- How do you eat Potato Pancake?
- Tear off pieces and dip in soy-vinegar sauce. Best straight from the pan.
Find Potato Pancake near you
Jinjja shows real local places, what to order and how to say it — in your language.