Korean Vegetable Pancake (Yachaejeon) - Capital Area Food Bank
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Servings: 3 (1 pancake each)

Diet: Vegan & Vegetarian

Per Serving: 240 Calories | 34g Carbs | 5g Sugar | 2g Fiber | 10g Fat (0.5g Sat Fat) | 5g Protein | 420mg Sodium

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
  • ½ tablespoon vinegar
  • 2 ½ cups vegetables of your choice, thinly sliced or grated (zucchini, cabbage, green onions, onions, carrots, peppers, etc.)
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons oil, divided

Instructions

  1. Combine soy sauce, vinegar and a splash of water in a small bowl. Set aside.
  2. In a medium bowl, mix the vegetables, flour, salt and a half cup of water
    until the vegetables are evenly coated.
  3. In a medium pan, heat 2 teaspoons of oil over medium heat. Add one third
    of the batter and spread it thin, pressing down with a spatula. Cook 4-5 minutes per
    side or until golden brown and crispy. Repeat with remaining oil and mixture.
  4.  Serve the pancakes warm with the soy sauce mixture.

Reduce Food Waste: Add any leftover veggies into your next soup, stew or salad.

Shopping Tip: Short on time? Pre-shredded vegetables like carrots will work.

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