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| Korean pancakes filled with kimchi and vegetables |
Craving something savory, crispy, and packed with bold flavor?
These Crispy Korean Pancakes with Kimchi and Vegetables are the perfect answer!
Known as kimchijeon (김치전) or yachaejeon (야채전) in Korea, these pancakes are quick to make, deeply satisfying, and ideal as a snack, side dish, or even a light meal.
Here’s how to whip them up with simple ingredients you probably already have at home.
Ingredients (Makes 4–6 small pancakes)
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1/2 cup well-fermented kimchi (chopped)
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1/4 cup kimchi juice (for extra flavor)
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1/2 small carrot (julienned)
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1/2 zucchini (julienned)
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2 green onions (chopped)
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1/2 cup all-purpose flour
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1/4 cup rice flour (optional for extra crispiness)
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1/2 cup cold water
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1 egg
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/4 tsp black pepper
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Neutral oil (for frying)
Optional add-ins: sliced onions, thinly sliced mushrooms, shrimp, or squid for seafood pancakes.
Instructions
1. Prepare the batter
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, rice flour, salt, and pepper.Add the cold water, egg, chopped kimchi, kimchi juice, and vegetables. Mix until just combined—don’t overmix!
2. Heat the pan
Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add enough oil to lightly coat the bottom.3. Fry the pancakes
Spoon about 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet and spread it out thinly. Cook until the edges turn golden and crispy, about 2–3 minutes.Flip carefully and cook the other side for another 2–3 minutes. Adjust heat as needed to prevent burning.
4. Serve hot
Transfer the cooked pancakes to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.Serve immediately while hot and crispy!
You can dip them into a simple sauce made with soy sauce + vinegar + sesame seeds if you like.
Tips for Extra Crispy Pancakes
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Cold water helps make the batter lighter and crispier.
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Don’t overcrowd the pan—give each pancake enough space.
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Use rice flour in the batter if you have it; it gives an extra crisp bite.
These crispy Korean pancakes are delicious on their own or paired with a glass of cold beer, a bowl of warm soup, or as part of a larger Korean meal.
