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Spicy Korean Fried Kimchi with Seaweed Flakes

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

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·By Troy·
Spicy Korean Fried Kimchi with Seaweed Flakes
Prep
10 min
Cook
30 min
Difficulty
Easy
Serves
4

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Preparing the Kimchi

  1. 1

    Chop and Drain

    Coarsely chop the aged kimchi and drain excess liquid.

  2. 2

    Reserve Juice

    Reserve the kimchi juice for added flavor in the batter.

  3. 3

    Pat Dry

    Pat the kimchi with paper towels to remove additional moisture.

Making the Batter

  1. 1

    Combine Dry Ingredients

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

  2. 2

    Add Liquids

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

  3. 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. 1

    Frying the Kimchi

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

  2. 2

    Seasoning

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

  3. 3

    Draining

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

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