Kimchi Pancakes (김치전)
김치전 (Kimchi Pancakes) is a popular Korean dish made with kimchi, flour, and various vegetables. It is a savory and crispy pancake that is perfect for snacking or as a side dish.
Ingredients
- 1 cup kimchi, chopped
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup scallions, chopped
- 1/4 cup onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup carrot, julienned
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon sesame oil
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped kimchi, all-purpose flour, water, scallions, onion, carrot, salt, sugar, and sesame oil. Mix well to form a batter.
- Heat vegetable oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Pour a ladleful of the kimchi batter into the skillet and spread it into a round pancake shape.
- Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden and crispy.
- Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more oil to the skillet as needed.
- Transfer the cooked kimchi pancakes to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
- Serve the kimchi pancakes hot with a dipping sauce or a side of soy 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 Skillet Ladle Non-stick spatula Plate Paper towels
Tools
Cutting board Knife Measuring cups and spoons
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Enjoy 김치전 (Kimchi Pancakes) with a side of traditional Korean dipping sauce or a simple soy sauce and vinegar mixture.
Tips & tricks
Tips: Make sure the skillet is hot enough to create a crispy texture on the pancakes. You can adjust the spiciness by adding more or less kimchi according to your preference.
Cost
$8