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Savory Gluten-Free Korean Pancakes (Kimchi Jeon) recipe by Safe Plated

Savory Gluten-Free Korean Pancakes (Kimchi Jeon)

A savory pancake loaded with kimchi and vegetables, made gluten-free with rice flour and tapioca starch for a crispy texture.

20m prep + 20m cook4 servings
Contains soyContains sesameWHEAT-free
350 cal|6g protein|45g carbs|15g fat|3g fiber

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Kimchi (chopped)
  • 1 cup Rice Flour
  • 1/4 cup Tapioca Starch
  • 1 cup Cold Water
  • 1/2 cup Green Onions (sliced)
  • 1/4 cup Onion (thinly sliced)
  • 1 teaspoon Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 tablespoons Avocado Oil
  • 2 tablespoons Tamari (gluten-free soy sauce)
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Seeds

Instructions

  1. 1In a large bowl, combine the rice flour, tapioca starch, gochugaru, and salt. Gradually add cold water, whisking until a smooth batter forms.
  2. 2Add the chopped kimchi, green onions, and sliced onion to the batter. Mix well to combine.
  3. 3Heat avocado oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
  4. 4Pour about 1/2 cup of the batter onto the hot skillet for each pancake. Spread the batter thinly with the back of a spoon.
  5. 5Cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until the pancake is golden brown and crispy.
  6. 6While the pancakes are cooking, prepare the dipping sauce by combining tamari, rice vinegar, and sesame seeds in a small bowl.
  7. 7Remove the pancakes from the skillet and slice into wedges. Serve immediately with the dipping sauce.

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