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Korean Pancake (Kimchi Jeon)

Crispy pan‑fried pancakes made with chopped kimchi and a simple batter, perfect for a quick snack.

Korean Pancake (Kimchi Jeon)

Total

18 min

Prep

10 min

Cook

8 min

Serves

2

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Servings

Recipe serves 2

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Kimchi, chopped
  • 1/2 cup All-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup Water
  • 1 Egg
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons Soy sauce (for dipping)(optional)
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds(optional)

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a bowl, whisk together the flour, water, and egg until a smooth batter forms.

  2. 2

    Stir in the chopped kimchi (including some of its juice) and optional sesame seeds, mixing until evenly distributed.

  3. 3

    Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a non‑stick skillet over medium‑high heat; pour the batter into the pan, spreading it to a 1/2‑inch thickness.

  4. 4

    Cook for 3‑4 minutes until the bottom is golden and crispy, then flip and cook another 3‑4 minutes on the other side.

  5. 5

    Transfer the pancake to a serving plate, drizzle with remaining oil if desired, and serve with soy sauce for dipping.

Nutrition per serving

Calories

210

11% of a 2,000 kcal day

Protein7 g
Carbohydrate22 g
Fat10 g
Fiber2 g
Sugar3 g
Sodium720 mg

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