Description
These delightful kimchi pancakes offer a wonderfully crisp exterior and a tender, flavorful interior, perfect for any meal. They’re easy to make and showcase the tangy, spicy flavors of kimchi in a fun new way.
Ingredients
• ½ pound well-fermented napa cabbage kimchi, chopped into small pieces, plus 2 tablespoons of the brine
• 3 scallions, chopped
• ½ teaspoon sugar
• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• ½ cup water
• 4 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
In a medium bowl, mix together the chopped kimchi, kimchi brine, scallions, sugar, flour, and water until well combined.
Heat a 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil and swirl to coat the pan. Pour the batter into the skillet and spread it into a large circle.
Cook for 3 to 5 minutes until the bottom is golden brown and crisp.
Carefully flip the pancake over.
Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil around the edges of the skillet. Lift the pancake with a thin spatula to let the oil run underneath, and tilt the pan to distribute it evenly.
Cook for another 3 to 5 minutes until the bottom is light golden brown and crisp.
Flip the pancake one more time and cook for 1 minute.
Slide the pancake onto a large platter and serve right away.
Notes
The more fermented your kimchi, the deeper and more complex its flavor will be, which translates wonderfully into these pancakes.
When you pour the batter into the skillet, take a moment to spread it evenly so the pancake cooks uniformly.
Cooking over medium heat allows the pancake to cook through without burning the outside. Patience here ensures a perfect texture.
A good quality nonstick skillet makes flipping and removing the pancake so much easier, helping to keep it intact and beautiful.
The sound of the batter hitting the hot oil and the gentle sizzle as it cooks are great indicators that your pan is at the right temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Pancake
- Cuisine: Korean-inspired
Nutrition
- Calories: N/A
- Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Protein: N/A