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Spicy Korean Fried Kimchi with Seaweed Flakes

Name: Spicy Korean Fried Kimchi with Seaweed Flakes
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Appetizer
Ingredients: Aged kimchi, 2 cups, coarsely chopped; Kimchi juice, 2 tablespoons; All-purpose flour, 1 cup; Cornstarch, ½ cup; Baking powder, 1 teaspoon; Ice-cold water, 1 cup; Vegetable oil, for deep frying; Seaweed flakes, 2 tablespoons; Toasted sesame seeds, 1 tablespoon

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

4.7(283 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·August 24, 2025

Spicy Korean Fried Kimchi with Seaweed Flakes — Appetizer served and photographed from above

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Difficulty

Easy

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Kimchi

For the Batter

For Frying

For the Garnish

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 254 kcal
Protein: 4.5 g
Carbs: 40.5 g
Fat: 8.13 g
Fiber: 2 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 1015 kcal
Protein: 18 g
Carbs: 162 g
Fat: 32.5 g
Fiber: 8 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
Aged kimchi 2 cups, coarsely chopped	30	2	6	0.5	3
Kimchi juice 2 tablespoons	3	0	1	0	0
All-purpose flour 1 cup	455	13	95	1	3
Cornstarch ½ cup	223	0	56	0	0
Baking powder 1 teaspoon	2	0	1	0	0
Ice-cold water 1 cup	0	0	0	0	0
Vegetable oil for deep frying	240	0	0	27	0
Seaweed flakes 2 tablespoons	10	1	1	0	1
Toasted sesame seeds 1 tablespoon	52	2	2	4	1

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Preparing the Kimchi

1
Chop and Drain
Coarsely chop the aged kimchi and drain excess liquid.
2
Reserve Juice
Reserve the kimchi juice for added flavor in the batter.
3
Pat Dry
Pat the kimchi with paper towels to remove additional moisture.

Making the Batter

1
Combine Dry Ingredients
In a bowl, combine all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and baking powder.
2
Add Liquids
Slowly whisk in the ice-cold water and kimchi juice until smooth.
3
Keep Cold
Ensure the batter remains cold to maintain a light texture.

How to Make Spicy Korean Fried Kimchi with Seaweed Flakes

Total time: 40 min · Yields 4 servings

1
Frying the Kimchi
Dredge the kimchi pieces in the batter, ensuring they're well-coated, then deep-fry until crisp and golden.
2
Seasoning
Immediately sprinkle with seaweed flakes and sesame seeds after frying to enhance flavor.
3
Draining
Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to remove excess oil.