How to Make Kimchi Jun (Kimchi Pancake) and Dipping Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

Kimchi Jun, also known as Kimchi Pancake, is a popular Korean dish made with fermented kimchi and flour. This savory pancake is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with a delicious mix of flavors from the kimchi and other ingredients. It's a great way to enjoy the unique taste of kimchi in a different form, and it makes for a perfect appetizer, snack, or even a light meal.

The key to making a great Kimchi Jun is to use high-quality kimchi that's well-fermented and flavorfu...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup kimchi, drained and chopped
  • ½ cup reserved juice from kimchi
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 green onion, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • salt to taste
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • ½ teaspoon sesame oil
  • ½ teaspoon Korean chili pepper flakes (Optional)
  • ½ teaspoon toasted sesame seeds (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 8 pancakes

  • Stir together the kimchi, kimchi juice, flour, eggs, and green onion in a bowl.
  • Heat vegetable oil over medium heat in a large skillet. Using about 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake, pour into skillet, spreading as thin as possible. Cook pancakes until set and lightly browned, turning once, 3 to 5 minutes per side. Season to taste with salt.
  • Whisk together the rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, chili pepper flakes, and toasted sesame seeds. Serve with the pancakes.
  • Nutrition

    199 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 93mg
    • Sodium: 550mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 27g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 7g
    • Vitamin C: 21mg
    • Calcium: 62mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 189mg