Kimchijeon With Cheese
*This recipe is best if you use older, more fermented and sour kimchi
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Cook Time15 minutes mins
Total Time20 minutes mins
Course: Appetizer or Snack
Cuisine: Korean
Keyword: kimchi pancakes, Kimchijeon
Servings: 2
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/2 cup cold water
- 1/4 teaspoon white granulated sugar
- 3 or 4 scallions green part only, chopped
- 1 heaping cup Korean kimchi* chopped
- 2 to 3 tablespoons vegetable or avocado oil for frying
- 1/2 cup mozzarella or cheddar cheese shredded, split
Using a mixing bowl, combine and mix together everything from the flour to the kimchi. Using a large non-stick skillet over medium high heat, after a few minutes, add about 1 tablespoon vegetable oil. Slowly pour in half of the pancake batter. (I highly recommend making smaller kimchi pancakes so they are easier to crisp up and flip!)
Let cook for about 3 to 4 minutes, or until nicely browned on the bottom. Gently and carefully flip the pancake and cook the other side for about 3 to 4 minutes, or until cooked through and golden brown. Remove from the pan and place on a clean plate. In the same pan, add about a 1/4 cup of the shredded cheese (feel free to add more if you'd like) and top with the same cooked kimchijeon pancake. After a few minutes, flip the pancake and let cook for another minute or two. The cheese should be nice and melty and a little browned.
Repeat steps to make the remaining pancake with the remaining batter. When ready to cut, transfer to a cutting board. Slice into wedges, serve and enjoy while hot!