Easy Korean Kimchi Pancake Recipe (Crispy & Delicious)

If you’re craving a crispy and flavorful snack, this Korean Kimchi Pancake recipe is your perfect match.
Made in just 15 minutes, it’s the ultimate comfort food Koreans love on a rainy day — crunchy outside, soft inside, and deliciously spicy!☔💛


🌶️ 1️⃣ Why You’ll Love It

  • Crispy on the outside, soft inside — pure texture heaven
  • Only 5 ingredients, done in 15 minutes
  • The most loved K-comfort food for cozy vibes
  • Perfect for brunch, dinner, or a late-night snack

💬 It’s not just food — it’s cozy Korean happiness in a bite.


🍳 2️⃣ What You’ll Need

 ingredients neatly laid out on a wooden board

  • 1 cup finely chopped kimchi
  • ½ cup flour (or Korean pancake mix)
  • ¼ cup water
  • A spoon of kimchi juice for color & flavor
  • A bit of oil for frying

Optional: add chopped green onion, shrimp, or pork for extra flavor!


🔥 3️⃣ How to Make It

1️⃣ Mix kimchi, flour, and water in a bowl.
2️⃣ Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
3️⃣ Pour one ladle of batter and spread it thinly.
4️⃣ Cook 3–4 minutes each side until golden & crispy.

👉 Listen for the sizzling sound — that’s when it’s perfect.


🌈 4️⃣ How to Enjoy It

rainy-window vibe with pancakes + tea

  • ☕ With tea on a rainy day
  • 🍳 As a quick breakfast or dinner
  • 🍺 With a cold beer — Korean style

💬 In Korea, rain = pancakes. Always.


🥢 5️⃣ Quick Tips

  • Use enough oil → crispy edges guaranteed
  • Don’t make the batter too thin → soft inside, crunchy outside
  • Add a pinch of sugar → balances kimchi spice
bite-shot showing texture


❤️ Final Thought

Kimchi Pancakes are simple, nostalgic, and addictive.
Once you taste that crunch, you’ll understand why Koreans crave it when it rains 🌧️

Crispy, savory, and comforting — that’s what Korean comfort tastes like.