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Kimchi Pancakes

Fluffy Kimchi Pancakes: A Flavorful Twist on Tradition

Experience a flavor-packed twist on traditional pancakes with zesty kimchi in just 30 minutes.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 pancakes
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Pancake Batter
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with whole wheat flour.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Reduce if kimchi is salty.
  • 1 large Egg For a vegan option, use a flaxseed egg.
  • 0.5 cup Cold Water Adjust for desired batter consistency.
  • 1 cup Chopped Kimchi Best fresh or well-fermented.
  • 2 stalks Green Onions Can substitute with chives or shallots.
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Oil High smoke point oil like canola or avocado.
  • 1 bowl Dipping Sauce Soy sauce or spicy gochujang mix.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • non-stick skillet
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Kimchi Pancakes
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of all-purpose flour with half a teaspoon of salt. In another bowl, whisk together 1 egg and half a cup of cold water until frothy, then slowly pour this mixture into the flour, stirring until just combined. Gently fold in 1 cup of chopped kimchi and sliced green onions.
  2. Place a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add about 2 tablespoons of high smoke point oil. Allow the oil to heat for approximately 2-3 minutes until shimmering but not smoking.
  3. Once the oil is hot, pour about half a cup of the kimchi batter into the skillet, spreading it gently into a circle with a spatula. Cook on medium heat for about 3-4 minutes, or until the edges appear golden and crispy.
  4. Carefully turn the pancake over and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes on the other side, until it’s deeply golden and crisp. Keep the cooked pancakes warm in a low oven while you finish cooking the rest.
  5. Once all pancakes are cooked and golden, serve them warm with a bowl of soy sauce or a spicy gochujang mix for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pancakeCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These pancakes can be cooked in advance; follow proper storage guidelines for flavorful, quick meals later. Experiment with add-ins for a delicious twist on traditional kimchi pancakes.

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