Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
0.75 cup

all-purpose flour

0.25 cup

rice flour

1 unit

egg

beaten

0.88 cup

seltzer

0.5 tsp

sesame oil

toasted

0.75 tsp

Salt

0.5 cup

kimchi

drained, pressed dry and chopped

4 unit

shrimp

shelled, deveined and split horizontally

4 unit

baby squid

bodies cut into 1/4-inch rings, tentacles halved

4 unit

scallions

thinly sliced

1 cup

vegetable oil

for frying

0.25 cup

soy sauce

0.25 cup

rice vinegar

unseasoned

Step 1
~4 min

Whisk together all-purpose flour, rice flour, beaten egg, seltzer, toasted sesame oil, and salt in a large bowl.

Step 2
~4 min

Add kimchi, shrimp, squid, and scallions to the batter and mix well.

Step 3
~4 min

Heat vegetable oil in two nonstick skillets over medium-high heat.

Step 4
~4 min

Spoon batter into each skillet, spreading into 4-5 inch rounds, ensuring even distribution of seafood.

Step 5
~4 min

Cook until golden and crisp on the bottom, about 4-5 minutes.

Step 6
~4 min

Carefully flip and cook until golden and crisp and batter is cooked through, about 3 minutes longer.

Step 7
~4 min

Transfer pancakes to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Step 8
~4 min

Combine soy sauce and rice vinegar in a small bowl for dipping sauce.

Step 9
~4 min

Cut the seafood pancakes into wedges and serve immediately with the dipping sauce.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use high-quality kimchi for the best flavor.

Do not overcrowd the pan when frying.

Serve with additional toppings like sesame seeds or gochujang.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Batter can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as an appetizer or light meal.

Pairs well with a side of Korean pickled vegetables.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Korean Fried Chicken
Spicy Rice Cakes (Tteokbokki)

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Korea

Cultural Significance

Pancakes are a popular street food and home-cooked dish in Korea, often enjoyed during rainy days or festive occasions.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving)

Occasion Tags

Rainy Day
Party
Snack
Weeknight Dinner

Popularity Score

75/100

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