Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsIchiban Japanese & KoreanKimchi Pajun 김치파전 Recipe

Kimchi Pajun 김치파전 Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Crispy & spicy kimchi flavor made with wheat flour

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Ingredients

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Batter

Filling

Method

Preparation of Batter

  1. 1

    Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt.

  2. 2

    Add Wet Ingredients

    Gradually add water and crack in the egg into the bowl. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps.

Preparation of Filling

  1. 3

    Prepare Kimchi

    Chop the kimchi into small pieces to ensure even distribution in the pancake.

  2. 4

    Chop Vegetables

    Thinly slice the green onions and julienne the carrot.

Combining Ingredients

  1. 5

    Combine Everything

    Add the chopped kimchi, green onions, and carrot to the batter. Stir well to combine all ingredients.

Cooking

  1. 6

    Heat Oil

    In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.

  2. 7

    Pour Batter

    Spoon the batter into the skillet, spreading it out to form a pancake about 1/2 inch thick.

  3. 8

    Cook Pancake

    Cook for 3-4 minutes on one side until golden brown. Flip and cook the other side for an additional 3-4 minutes.

  4. 9

    Repeat

    Repeat the process with the remaining batter, adding more oil if necessary.

  5. 10

    Serve

    Once all pancakes are cooked, cut them into wedges and serve hot with a dipping sauce of your choice.

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