Kimchi Jeon (김치전)

김치전 (Kimchi Jeon) is a popular Korean savory pancake made with kimchi and flour batter. It is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick meal or snack.

Kimchi Jeon (김치전)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup chopped kimchi
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon sesame oil
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour and water to make the batter.
  2. Add the chopped kimchi, green onions, salt, sugar, and sesame oil to the batter. Mix well.
  3. Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and add a generous amount of vegetable oil.
  4. Pour a ladleful of the batter onto the pan and spread it into a round shape.
  5. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Repeat with the remaining batter.
  7. Serve the kimchi jeon hot with a dipping sauce.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
25 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
20g
Protein
5g
Fat
6g

Supplies

Mixing bowl Non-stick pan Ladle

Tools

Spatula

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Serve with a dipping sauce made of soy sauce, vinegar, and a dash of sesame oil.

Tips & tricks

Tips: Make sure the pan is hot enough before pouring the batter to achieve a crispy texture.

Cost

$5