Yachaejeon

Banchan for Korean BBQ

Asian mix

Side dish
4 persons
15

Yachaejeon are Korean vegetable pancakes that will definitely leave you craving more. They're crispy on the outside and full of flavor on the inside, making them a perfect savory side dish or snack. Ideal for a Korean BBQ or just to enjoy on their own!

Ingredients

- 120 g Kimchi

150 g flour

2 tablespoons cornstarch

1/2 teaspoon salt

200 ml cold water (or as needed)

1 zucchini, cut into thin strips

1 carrot, cut into thin strips

1/2 bell pepper (e.g., green or red), cut into thin strips

2 spring onions, sliced

Oil, for frying

Preparation method for Yachaejeon

1. Cut the zucchini, carrot, bell pepper, and green onions into thin strips. If using kimchi, chop it finely. Make sure everything is chopped small so the vegetables can mix well into the batter.

2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually add the cold water and stir until you have a smooth batter. Then add the chopped vegetables and kimchi (if using), mixing everything thoroughly so the vegetables are evenly coated.

3. Heat a frying pan over medium heat and add a little oil. Make sure the oil covers the bottom of the pan so the pancakes become crispy.

4. Spoon a generous amount of the batter into the pan and spread it into a round shape (about 1 cm thick). Cook the pancake for 3-4 minutes on one side, until the bottom is golden brown and crispy. Carefully flip the pancake and cook the other side for another 2-3 minutes. Repeat this process for the remaining batter.

5. Remove the pancakes from the pan and let them cool slightly. Cut them into wedges or quarters and serve warm. A spicy garlic dipping sauce is the perfect accompaniment, and you can also find the recipe for it on the website. Enjoy!