Korean
Korean - Jeon and Pancakes
Kimchi Jeon
Chef's Menu Description
An indulgent artisan dessert, beautifully crafted with premium ingredients and presented with exquisite garnishes for a memorable finale.
Ingredients
- • 2 cups well-fermented kimchi, squeezed and chopped
- • 3 tbsp kimchi juice
- • 3/4 cup plain flour
- • 2 tbsp potato starch
- • 1/2 cup cold water (or sparkling water)
- • 1/2 tsp sugar
- • 4 tbsp vegetable oil
- • 100g tinned tuna or squid, drained (optional)
- • 2 tbsp soy sauce with 1 tsp rice vinegar, for dipping
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Chop the kimchi finely and reserve the juice; pat the seafood dry if using.
2
Phase 2
Mix the flour, starch, kimchi juice, water, and sugar into a smooth, thick batter.
3
Phase 3
Fold the kimchi and seafood into the batter.
4
Phase 4
Heat the oil generously in a pan over medium-high heat; pour in the batter and spread it thin.
5
Phase 5
Fry until the bottom is browned and crisp, then flip and crisp the other side.
6
Phase 6
Cut into wedges and serve hot with soy-vinegar dipping sauce.