Description
These Kimchi Pancakes are a savory and flavorful Korean dish that makes a delicious appetizer or snack. Packed with kimchi, green onions, and a hint of carrot, these crispy pancakes are perfect for sharing.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Pancakes:
- 1 cup chopped kimchi
- 1/2 cup kimchi juice
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cold water
- 1 large egg
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 small carrot, grated
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For Frying:
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
For Serving:
- Soy sauce or dipping sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the Batter: In a large bowl, mix chopped kimchi, kimchi juice, flour, water, egg, green onions, grated carrot, salt, and pepper until a thick batter forms.
- Cook the Pancakes: Heat oil in a skillet, pour half the batter, spread into a round pancake, cook until golden, flip, and cook through. Repeat with remaining batter.
- Serve: Transfer pancakes to a plate, slice into wedges, and serve hot with soy sauce or dipping sauce.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, use ice-cold water and ensure the pan is hot before adding the batter.
- Add seafood like chopped shrimp or squid for a heartier version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 pancake
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
