Kimchi Jeon

30 mins
Serves 2
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Directions

  1. 1Finely slice your green onions.
  2. 2Dice the jalapeños.
  3. 3Open the kimchi packaging.
  4. 4Add green onions, jalapenos, and cut kimchi to a large bowl.
  5. 5Add water to the bowl.
  6. 6Add Gochugaru to the bowl.
  7. 7Add flour to the bowl.
  8. 8Open a can of tuna and add it to the bowl.
  9. 9Mix well to create a batter-like consistency.
  10. 10In a pan on medium heat coated with spray oil, add your batter and spread it thin to create a thin pancake.
  11. 11Let it crisp and brown until the bottom starts to crisp and brown and the pancake moves freely when you shake the pan.
  12. 12Flip using a paper plate to cook the other side until crispy brown on both sides.
  13. 13Cut the kimchi jeon into pieces.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups kimchi
  • 1.5 cups flour
  • 1.5 cups water
  • 1 jalapeno, diced
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 cup green onion
  • 10 oz light canned tuna in water
  • 1 tbsp Gochugaru
  • 1 second spray spray oil

Equipment

knifecutting boardlarge bowlpanspoonpaper plate

Tips

  • To achieve a truly delicious kimchi jeon, make sure the kimchi is something that's slightly sweet and tangy with a crunch.
  • For macro-friendly preparation, use canned tuna and a touch of spray oil to minimize unnecessary calories while retaining the iconic flavor.