Savory Korean Kimchi Pancakes

Ingredients

• 1 cup flour, sifted
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup kimchi, finely chopped
• 1 cup kimchi juice
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon gochujang
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, for frying

• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted
• 1 teaspoon green onions, finely sliced

Method

1. 01
   In a large bowl, mix the sifted flour, water, kimchi juice, soy sauce, gochujang, and sugar until well combined.
2. 02
   Fold in the finely chopped kimchi and chopped green onions into the batter.
3. 03
   Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add the vegetable oil.
4. 04
   Pour a ladleful of batter into the skillet and spread it out evenly to form a pancake.
5. 05
   Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Repeat with the remaining batter.
6. 06
   For the dipping sauce, mix soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, toasted sesame seeds, and finely sliced green onions in a small bowl.
7. 07
   Serve the pancakes hot with the dipping sauce on the side.