Hotteok is a traditional Korean street snack made from a dough of wheat flour and glutinous rice flour, filled with a sweet filling and cooked flat in an oiled pan. Think of it as similar to a European pancake or crepe, but with a filling inside. Saongwon Seed Hotteok is distinguished by its seed filling of sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, and crushed peanuts — the sugar melts with the heat to create a caramel-like sweetness that combines with the toasty, nutty flavour of the seeds. In Korea, Hotteok is one of the most iconic winter street snacks.

Yes, this product contains three of the EU's 14 mandatory allergens: ① Gluten (contains wheat flour), ② Peanuts (crushed peanuts are included in the filling), ③ Nuts (sunflower seeds and pumpkin seeds). People with peanut or nut allergies must not consume this product. Anyone sensitive to these ingredients should check the label carefully before consumption. Please refer to the physical product label for information on potential cross-contamination.

The vegan and vegetarian suitability of this product has not been officially confirmed. The ingredient list (wheat flour, glutinous rice flour, sugar, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, peanuts, vegetable oil, yeast, salt) alone does not allow us to fully rule out the presence of animal-derived ingredients. Those following a strict vegan or vegetarian diet are advised to contact the manufacturer (Saongwon) directly or check the physical product label before purchasing. This product is also not Halal certified.

The best way to enjoy Hotteok is in a pan (non-stick recommended). Preheat the pan over medium-low heat with a little oil, place the frozen Hotteok in the pan, cover with a lid, and cook for 4–5 minutes before flipping. Press gently with a spatula when flipping to flatten it slightly — this helps the filling melt evenly and makes the exterior crispier. Microwave cooking is possible but will not produce a crispy exterior, leaving only a chewy texture. For an air fryer, cook at 180°C for 8–10 minutes for a crispy result. Allow to cool for 1–2 minutes after cooking as the filling can be very hot.

Saongwon Seed Hotteok is a frozen product. Store immediately in the freezer (at −18°C or below) upon receipt. Once thawed, do not refreeze — consume as soon as possible. The exact best-before date is printed on the product packaging. After opening, seal tightly and keep frozen, consuming as soon as possible.