Spicy Korean Fried Kimchi with Seaweed Flakes

Name: Spicy Korean Fried Kimchi with Seaweed Flakes
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Appetizer
Ingredients: Aged kimchi; Kimchi juice; All-purpose flour; Cornstarch; Baking powder; Ice-cold water; Vegetable oil; Seaweed flakes; Toasted sesame seeds

A Crispy, Tangy, and Savory Delight

This dish brings a bold Korean twist with crispy fried kimchi accented by seaweed flakes, perfect for a flavorful adventure.

30 min
4
Easy

Ingredients

For the Kimchi

Aged kimchi

2 cups, coarsely chopped

Kimchi juice

2 tablespoons

For the Batter

All-purpose flour

1 cup

Cornstarch

½ cup

Baking powder

1 teaspoon

Ice-cold water

1 cup

For Frying

Vegetable oil

for deep frying

For the Garnish

Seaweed flakes

2 tablespoons

Toasted sesame seeds

1 tablespoon

Preparation

Preparing the Kimchi

Chop and Drain

Coarsely chop the aged kimchi and drain excess liquid.

Reserve Juice

Reserve the kimchi juice for added flavor in the batter.

Pat Dry

Pat the kimchi with paper towels to remove additional moisture.

Making the Batter

Combine Dry Ingredients

In a bowl, combine all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and baking powder.

Add Liquids

Slowly whisk in the ice-cold water and kimchi juice until smooth.

Keep Cold

Ensure the batter remains cold to maintain a light texture.

Cooking Process

Frying the Kimchi

Dredge the kimchi pieces in the batter, ensuring they're well-coated, then deep-fry until crisp and golden.

Seasoning

Immediately sprinkle with seaweed flakes and sesame seeds after frying to enhance flavor.

Draining

Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to remove excess oil.

Plating & Serving