Simple Potato Pancake (Gamjajeon)

Steps

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1. 1
   Prepare the sauce by combining 2 tablespoons soy sauce, juice from half a lime, one green onion, a little onion, and half a teaspoon sugar; mix well. Add jalapeño if you like spiciness.
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2. 2
   Peel and grate the large potato, then soak it in cold water to prevent browning.
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3. 3
   Grate about a quarter cup of onion.
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4. 4
   Drain the grated potato and transfer to a bowl, then add a quarter teaspoon salt and the grated onion.
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5. 5
   Add a quarter cup potato starch to bind the mixture and stir well until it reaches a thick batter consistency.
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6. 6
   Heat 2 to 3 tablespoons of oil in a 9-inch skillet.
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7. 7
   Pour the entire potato batter into the pan and spread it evenly, then cook until the bottom becomes crispy, about 5 minutes.
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8. 8
   Gently shake the pan to check if the bottom is crispy (you'll hear a crunching sound), then flip the pancake and cook the other side until golden and crispy, about another 5 minutes.
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9. 9
   Once the total cooking time reaches about 10 minutes and the pancake is golden brown, turn off the heat and transfer to a serving plate.
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10. 10
    Cut the pancake into serving-sized pieces and serve with the prepared sauce on the side. Top with additional green onion and jalapeño if desired.
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