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How to order Green Onion Pancake (파전) in Korea

Savory Korean vegetable pancake made with scallions, seafood, or kimchi. Crispy edges, tender interior.

Green Onion Pancake

Say it to order

파전 주세요

Pajeon juseyo

Quick facts

In Korean
파전
Say it
pa-jeon
Spice
Not spicy
Price
₩8,000–14,000
Time to eat
About 10 min
For first-timers
Very easy

How to eat it

Tear off pieces and dip in soy sauce mixed with sesame oil and vinegar.

Do

  • Eat pajeon warm, straight from the pan if possible.
  • Share the plate — pajeon is communal.

Don’t

  • Don't eat cold pajeon.
  • Don't be aggressive tearing — the pieces break apart easily.

Local tips

  • 해물파전 (seafood pajeon) is the premium version
  • Rainy day = pajeon + makgeolli (it's a cultural thing)

Goes with

  • Soy-vinegar dip
  • Makgeolli
  • Soju

Where to try it in Seoul

Questions

How do you order Green Onion Pancake in Korean?
Say “파전 주세요” (Pajeon juseyo).
Is Green Onion Pancake spicy?
No. Green Onion Pancake isn’t spicy.
How much does Green Onion Pancake cost in Korea?
Usually ₩8,000–14,000.
How do you eat Green Onion Pancake?
Tear off pieces and dip in soy sauce mixed with sesame oil and vinegar.

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