Gamjajeon (감자전)

Jeon (Savory Pancakes)

Grated-potato pancake — crisp edge, chewy center.

Korean name
감자전
Spice level
Not spicy
Flavor
savory · chewy
Typically contains
potato
Vegetarian / vegan
Typically plant-based — one of the safer picks for vegans (still confirm when ordering)
Also written as
gamja jeon, korean potato pancake, gamjajun

Spice and flavor are editorial assessments of the standard version — individual restaurants and recipes vary. Ingredient notes are typical, not guaranteed: always check with the restaurant for allergies or dietary needs.

Nutrition

Calories133 kcal
Carbohydrate16.79 g
Protein1.72 g
Fat6.54 g
Sodium293 mg

Per serving (~200g): ≈266 kcal · sodium ≈586 mg (29% of the WHO daily guideline, 2,000 mg)

Per 100g · total serving 200g · Official data: National Integrated Food Nutritional Information Standard Data (Korea MFDS) (DB item: 감자전, synced 2026-07-17). Values vary by recipe and portion.

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