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Kimchi Pancakes

Kimchi pancakes are a quick Korean appetizer that's as easy to make as America's breakfast favorites. Crisped to perfection, they are best served with a simple and traditional dipping sauce.

2

Servings

10 Mins

Prep Time

25 Mins

Cook Time

Prep

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Strain the Kimchi

Place the kimchi in a fine mesh strainer over a bowl and press it down to remove as much liquid as possible. Reserve the liquid.

  • Kimchi1 cup
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Chop and Season the Kimchi

Roughly chop the drained kimchi, place it in a bowl and season with the sesame oil, sesame seeds and salt.

  • Kimchi1 cup
  • Sesame Oil2 tsps.
  • Toasted Sesame Seeds½ tsp.
  • Kosher Salt½ tsp.
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Begin Mixing the Pancake Batter

Measure and add the water, kimchi juice and flour to the kimchi. Stir until combined.

  • Water¼ cup
  • Kimchi Juice3 Tbsps.
  • All Purpose Flour½ cup
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Add the Scallions to the Batter

Add the scallions into the kimchi batter and mix well.

  • Scallions(thinly sliced)¼ cup
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Cooking Steps

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1. Add the Oil while Preheating the Pan

Add the oil and preheat the pan to 400°F/204°C (high). Tilt the pan to coat evenly.

  • High Heat Oil(grapeseed, vegetable, canola)2 Tbsps.
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2. Begin Cooking the Pancakes

Using a 1/2 measuring cup, pour the batter into the center of the pan. Use a rubber spatula or the bottom of the cup to spread the batter. Cook the pancake for 5 minutes on the first side until golden brown.

  • Kimchi Pancake Batter½ cup
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3. Flip the Pancake and Continue Cooking

Carefully flip the pancake to cook the second side for 5 minutes.

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4. Remove the Pancake

Once finished, transfer the pancake to a cutting board. If cooking more pancakes, wipe the pan and repeat the cooking process. You can hold the cooked pancakes in an oven set to its lowest temperature to keep warm.

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5. Portion and Serve the Kimchi Pancake

Cut the pancake into quarters and transfer to a serving plate. Garnish the pancake with additional sliced scallions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately.

  • Scallions(thinly sliced)as needed
  • Sesame Seedsas needed
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