Today, we're making kimchi pancakes, also known as Kimchi Jeon in Korea 🤩! This dish is perfect for lovers of Korean flavors and is very easy to prepare. Soft on the inside and crispy on the outside, these pancakes are ideal for a light appetizer or a quick meal. Their tangy and slightly spicy taste makes them a delicious and comforting dish, especially when enjoyed hot!
⏱️ Duration
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Cook time: 14 minutes
- Total time: 24 minutes
Ingredients 📝
- 70 g of rice flour
- 250 g of kimchi, cut into small pieces
- 1/2 teaspoon of sugar
- 120 ml of cold water
- 1 spring onion, cut into small pieces
- Vegetable oil for cooking
Preparation 👩🍳
1. Prepare the batter 🥄
In a large bowl, mix the rice flour, kimchi cut into small pieces, sugar, cold water, and spring onion pieces. Stir well until you get a homogeneous batter.
2. Cook the pancake 🍳
Heat a frying pan over medium heat with a little vegetable oil. Pour the batter into the hot pan, spreading it evenly.
Cook for 6 to 7 minutes on each side, until each side is golden brown and crispy.
3. Serve 🥢
Serve your Kimchi Jeon immediately, hot. This Korean pancake is delicious on its own or with a slightly spicy soy sauce for even more flavor!
Tips 💡
- Crispy texture: For an even crispier texture, add a little more oil before flipping the pancake.
- Spicy variation: Add a pinch of gochugaru (Korean chili powder) to the batter to enhance the taste.
- Serving suggestion: Serve with a sesame soy sauce or a soy sauce with rice vinegar for a perfect balance of acidity and umami.
