Description
Discover the savory delight of Korean Pancakes with Kimchi, a crispy and flavorful dish perfect for any meal. These pancakes combine the spicy tang of kimchi with scallions and a light batter, pan-fried to golden perfection and served with a tangy soy dipping sauce.
Ingredients
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Pancake Batter
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups water
- 1 cup kimchi, finely chopped
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (for frying)
Dipping Sauce
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the batter: In a spacious bowl, mix together the flour and water until smooth. Stir in the chopped kimchi, sliced green onions, egg, salt, and black pepper until just combined; the mixture should retain some lumps for texture.
- Heat the skillet: Heat a tablespoon of vegetable oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is shimmering, pour in half of the batter and spread it into a round shape.
- Cook the pancake: Allow the pancake to cook undisturbed for about 3-4 minutes until the edges turn crispy and the bottom is golden brown. Carefully flip the pancake and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until both sides are nicely browned. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
- Cook the second pancake: Repeat the cooking process with the remaining batter, adding more oil to the skillet as necessary to prevent sticking.
- Prepare the dipping sauce: Meanwhile, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, minced garlic, and sesame seeds in a small bowl until well blended.
- Serve: Serve the warm pancakes alongside the soy dipping sauce for a delightful treat.
Notes
- Use a non-stick skillet for best results to prevent sticking.
- Adjust the amount of kimchi depending on preferred spice level.
- For a crispier pancake, add a little more oil when frying.
- Serve immediately for optimal texture and flavor.
- Sesame seeds in the dipping sauce are optional but add a nice nutty flavor.
