Kimchi Jeon Pancake (김치전)

김치전 (Kimchi Jeon) is a popular Korean savory pancake made with kimchi and flour batter. It's a delicious and easy-to-make dish that can be enjoyed as a snack or a side dish.

Kimchi Jeon Pancake (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 and 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, adding more oil to the pan as needed.
  7. Transfer the cooked kimchi jeon to a serving plate and cut into wedges.
  8. Serve hot with dipping sauce or soy sauce.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
20 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 Spatula

Tools

Cutting board Knife

Serving suggestions

Serving Suggestions: Kimchi jeon pairs well with a dipping sauce made of soy sauce, vinegar, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.

Tips & tricks

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

Cost

$5