How to Make Kimchi Pancakes - A Step-by-Step Guide

Kimchi pancakes are a delicious and savory Korean dish that are perfect for any meal of the day. They are made with kimchi, a traditional Korean fermented vegetable dish, and a few simple ingredients that come together to create a crispy and flavorful pancake. These pancakes are a great way to use up leftover kimchi or to introduce your taste buds to the delicious and unique flavors of Korean cuisine.

One of the best things about kimchi pancakes is their versatility. They can be enjoy...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (12 ounce) jar kimchi
  • 1 large egg
  • ¼ cup water
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon sesame oil
  • ½ cup thinly sliced green onions
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour, or as needed
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 4 tablespoons bonito flakes (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 appetizer-sized pancakes

  • Drain kimchi thoroughly through a sieve, reserving juice. Chop kimchi finely and set aside.
  • Whisk together egg, water, 3 tablespoons reserved kimchi juice, brown sugar, salt, and sesame oil in a large bowl. Mix in kimchi and green onions. Stir in flour until just combined.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add a few spoonfuls of batter to the skillet. Cook pancake in hot oil until edges are lightly browned, about 3 minutes. Flip and cook until crispy, 2 to 3 minutes more. Transfer pancake to a serving plate and repeat with remaining batter.
  • Sprinkle bonito flakes on top of pancakes to serve.
  • Nutrition

    167 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 47mg
    • Sodium: 871mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 24g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 47mg
    • Calcium: 102mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 290mg