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Best Korean Cheese Hotteok Ever for Busy Cooks

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Quick and easy Korean cheese hotteok with a gooey mozzarella center, perfect for busy cooks.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil plus more for greasing
  • 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • A pinch of black pepper (optional)
  • Vegetable oil for greasing the pan
  • Lukewarm water for activating yeast
  • All-purpose flour (specific amount not given)
  • Sweet rice flour (specific amount not given)
  • Mozzarella cheese for filling
  • Cheddar cheese optional for filling

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine lukewarm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Stir gently and let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, sweet rice flour, and salt.
  3. Pour the yeast mixture into the dry ingredients bowl. Add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
  4. Turn out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  5. Place in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise for 1-1.5 hours until doubled in size.
  6. In a medium bowl, mix mozzarella, cheddar (if using), Parmesan (if using), sugar, salt, and pepper (if using).
  7. Once risen, punch down the dough and divide into 6-8 portions.
  8. Flatten each portion into a circle, add a spoonful of cheese filling, seal by pinching edges together.
  9. Heat oiled skillet over medium-low heat, place filled dough pouches seam side down, flatten to 1/2-inch thickness, and cook for about 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and cheese is melted.
  10. Let cool slightly before serving, as the cheese will be hot.

Notes

Best eaten fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for 1-3 days in the refrigerator. Reheat in a skillet to restore crispness.

  • Author: Chef Hanna
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Pan-Frying
  • Cuisine: Korean
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 Hotteok
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg