By Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff | Published on June 14, 2026

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Kimchi Pancakes

Serves 6

224 cal · 35 min

Kimchi Pancakes

Recipe GLPR94b7f442ec6b6a

4.0(1)
Korean
Appetizer
35 min
224 cal
Servings: 6
Stovetop
SNAP eligible

Crispy Korean-style pancakes filled with tangy fermented kimchi, tender pork, and fresh green onions. These savory fritters feature a golden-brown exterior and soft interior, served as a delicious main course or appetizer.

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Ingredients

1 cup All-purpose flour

½ cup Rice flour

1½ cups Cold water

1 Large egg

1 cup Cabbage kimchi, coarsely chopped

2 Green onions, cut into 1-inch pieces

3 ounces Uncooked pork, chopped

½ teaspoon Salt

Vegetable oil for frying

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, combine all-purpose flour and rice flour. Create a well in the center and add the cold water, egg, salt, and mix until a smooth batter forms. The batter should resemble thick pancake batter; add more water if needed.

  2. Fold the chopped kimchi, green onion pieces, and raw chopped pork into the batter until evenly distributed throughout.

  3. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or non-stick pan over medium-high heat until shimmering.

  4. Scoop approximately 1/3 cup of batter per pancake and carefully pour onto the hot oil. Flatten gently with a spatula to create a pancake about 1/4 inch thick.

  5. Cook for 4-5 minutes until the underside is golden brown and crispy. Flip carefully and cook the other side for another 4-5 minutes until golden and the pork reaches an internal temperature of 160°F.

  6. Transfer the cooked pancakes to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve warm.

Comments

Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff4

Kimchi and green onion are available at any Charlotte chain, though good kimchi at Food Lion or Walmart may be limited to basic brands—Harris Teeter or ALDI will have better options without a special trip. The 35-minute stated time glosses over marinating or resting the pork and kimchi mixture, which adds 15 minutes for real flavor, bringing honest prep to 50 minutes. Cost per serving runs about $2.50 with pork as the main expense, reasonable for a hearty dish. Kimchi pancakes reheat well and feed a family of six as a main or appetizer, though the constant-attention pancake-frying means it's better for a relaxed dinner than a weeknight rush.

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