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Korean Kimchi Jeon

Kimchi Jeon is a popular Korean savory pancake made with well-fermented kimchi, vegetables, and a simple batter. The pancake is crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and packed with the tangy, spicy flavors of kimchi. It's a perfect appetizer, side dish, or snack. Better yet, it’s perfect to share! 

Ingredients (for 1 pancake, serves 1-3 people):

For the Pancake: 

  • 1 cup well-fermented kimchi, chopped
  • 2 tbsp kimchi juice
  • 1/2 small onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 green onion, chopped
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup rice flour (optional, for extra crispiness)
  • 1/2 cup cold water
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil (for frying)

For the Sauce:

  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp sesame seeds
  • 1 green onion, finely chopped
  • Red pepper flakes (optional, to taste)

Instructions:

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped kimchi, kimchi juice, sliced onion, and chopped green onion.
  2. Add the all-purpose flour, rice flour (if desired), cold water, egg, and salt. Mix well until the ingredients are evenly distributed and a thick batter forms.
  3. In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, minced garlic, sesame seeds, chopped green onion, and red pepper flakes (if desired). Stir until the sugar is dissolved. Set aside.
  4. Heat 2 tbsp of vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Pour the batter into the skillet and spread it out evenly with a spatula to form a large, round pancake.
  6. Cook for about 4-5 min. or until the bottom is golden brown and crispy.
  7. Carefully flip the pancake and cook for another 3-4 min. or until the other side is also golden brown and crispy.
  8. Transfer the pancake to a cutting board and cut it into wedges.
  9. Serve hot with your homemade dipping sauce, and enjoy! 


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