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Cheesy Korean Potato Pancakes

These perfectly fluffy, crispy, and cheesy Korean potato pancakes are sure to become your new favorite appetizer. You only need five ingredients and 15 minutes to make these delicious potato pancakes. NOTE: This website uses affiliate links which may earn commission for purchases made at no additional cost to you. What Are Cheesy Korean Potato…

 

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Shreya’s Kitchen

August 3, 2023
April 12, 2025
prep time :10 minutes mins
cook time :5 minutes mins
Serves 2
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These perfectly fluffy, crispy, and cheesy Korean potato pancakes are sure to become your new favorite appetizer. You only need five ingredients and 15 minutes to make these delicious potato pancakes.

cheesy korean potato pancakes

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What Are Cheesy Korean Potato Pancakes?

Cheesy Korean potato pancakes are the perfectly crisp yet fluffy appetizer. These potato pancakes may be subtly seasoned (like fries) but they sure to pack a punch of flavor and have the most scrumptious texture.

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Cheesy Korean Pancake – The Ingredient Breakdown:

Firstly, let’s discuss ingredients. You only need five ingredients (plus some oil for frying) to make this quick, easy, and delicious recipe for cheesy Korean potato pancakes.

  • (1) Russet Potato – the best potato for this dish is a russet potato. The best part about these potatoes is that you can cook them in the microwave.
  • (2) Salt – all you need for a little seasoning! Just like french fries, sometimes all a potato needs is some salt to make it delicious.
  • (3) Sugar – for balancing the flavors.
  • (4) Corn Starch – the binding agent that will turn your potato to a “dough-y” and fluffy consistency.
  • (5) Mozzarella – theoretically any cheese could work but mozzarella pairs best with this dish!
  • Neutral Oil (for frying)
cheesy korean potato pancakes

Don’t Boil That Potato!

Importantly, there is no need to boil your potatoes. Why boil your potato when you can simply nuke it in the microwave? Firstly, simply use a fork to poke holes throughout your russet potato and pop it in the microwave for about 6 minutes (the timing may vary based on your settings). It comes out perfect every time!

What’s more, this trick works not only for this cheesy Korean potato pancake recipe, but basically any recipe which uses potato as a base.

cooking a russet potato for the cheesy korean potato pancake

Quick Rundown of the Process

  • Firstly, wash your russet potato and poke holes in it with a fork for ventilation. Microwave for 6 minutes approximately.
  • Next, peel your russet potato and mash it. Mix in sugar, salt, and cornstarch. Knead until everything is combined into a soft “dough.”
  • Then, split “dough” into 2. Roll each into a ball and flatten out into a pancake shape. Create a well in the center. Stuff with fresh mozarella. Roll the dough into a ball again and flatten out gently into a thick pancake shape.
  • Finally, fry in a neutral oil until golden brown.
a korean potato pancake stuffed with mozzarella cheese

Key to Success – Kneading a Potato “Dough”

Moreover, the key to the perfect cheesy Korean potato pancake is turning an ordinary russet potato into a “dough” like consistency using cornstarch. PRO TIP: make sure the potato is still relatively hot (but not scalding of course!) when you add the cornstarch. Why? Because the residual heat will slightly “cook” the cornstarch and give you the perfect consistency – crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside.

Create a “Well” in Your Cheesy Korean Potato Pancake

Next, once you’ve kneaded the potatoes and starch into a dough, flatten the mixture into a patty and create a “well” in the center to add your mozzarella.

Cheesy korean potato pancake stuffed with mozarella

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Why are my potato pancakes falling apart?

You need to make sure (1) you have added enough corn starch as a binding agent, (2) that you have kneaded your potato “dough” enough before placing it in the oil and (3) that the oil is evenly heated.

How do I know I have the right consistency for the pancake?

The potatoes should be completely smashed until they are smooth and there are no lumps. The dough should then be kneaded with the cornstarch and seasonings until the potato mixture easily “clumps” together and can hold it’s shape when you mould it into a patty. The texture should be soft, smooth, and pliable.

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Cheesy Korean Potato Pancakes

prep time :10 minutes mins
cook time :5 minutes mins
Serves 2
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Ingredients

  • 1 Russet Potato (approx. 400 g)
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Sugar (optional)
  • 3 tbsp Corn Starch
  • Neutral Oil (for frying)
  • 1/8 c Shredded Fresh Mozzarella (for stuffing)

Instructions

  • Wash your russet potato and poke holes in it with a fork for ventilation. Microwave for 6 minutes approximately.
  • Peel your russet potato and mash it. Mix in sugar, salt, and corn starch. Knead until everything is combined into a soft "dough."
  • Split "dough" into 3. Roll each into a ball and flatten out into a pancake shape. Create a well in the center. Stuff with fresh motz. Roll the dough into a ball again and flatten out gently into a thick pancake shape.
  • Fry in a neutral oil until golden brown.

Notes

Just like salted fries, these cheesy Korean potato pancakes don’t need anything but salt to taste amazing. But if you want a little seasoning, you can coat them in some old bay! 
Course Side Dish
Cuisine korean
Keyword cheesy, crispy potato, korean, pancake

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  1. Milan
    04.17.2024

    That cheese pull though 🤤

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  2. Beatriz Rodrigues
    04.18.2024

    5 stars
    Great, quick and easy recipe!

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  3. Kathy Z
    10.18.2024

    5 stars
    This recipe was much easier than I thought it would be and honestly made me feel better about eating cheese and potatoes as my main course. #girldinner

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  4. Mehak Sachdev
    10.22.2024

    5 stars
    This is always a winner for me. Easy, cheesy, and with that slight bit of crunch – it’s one of our faves! -@mss_sns

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  5. Uma Reddy
    11.05.2024

    5 stars
    This recipe was super easy and delicious!

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