Jeon

/dʒɪɒn/

/dʒɪɑːn/

Jeon

a Korean dish made by pan-frying or deep-frying ingredients such as meat, seafood, or vegetables coated in a flour batter, similar to a pancake or fritter

What is "jeon"?

Jeon is a popular Korean dish that features a variety of savory pancakes made from various ingredients such as seafood, meat, vegetables, and tofu. The pancakes are typically made by mixing the ingredients with a batter made from flour, eggs, and water, and then frying them until they are crispy and golden brown on the outside. The pancakes may be seasoned with a variety of spices and sauces such as soy sauce, garlic, and sesame oil, which gives them a bold and flavorful taste. Jeon can be customized to suit different tastes and dietary preferences, and can be made with a variety of ingredients such as scallions, mushrooms, shrimp, squid, and beef. The pancakes are typically served hot and are often eaten as a snack or as a side dish with meals.

Examples

1. - This is the Jeon, the meat Jeon.

2. Jeon was questioned by police.

3. - This is the Jeon, the meat Jeon.

4. On September 3rd, he had come to visit Jeon, as usual.