Napa Cabbage Pancake: A Crispy Delicacy Like Fresh Kimchi
Super Simple Napa Cabbage Pancake, Ready in 15 Minutes!
Have you got some Napa cabbage leaves leftover from the weekend, and are you wondering how to use them before they spoil? Don’t worry! Transform them into a super simple Napa cabbage pancake, a perfect snack to enjoy after work. Its crispy texture, reminiscent of fresh kimchi, and mild flavor pair wonderfully with a cold drink. This magical recipe is ready in a flash, under 15 minutes! Let’s get started!
Main Ingredients- 5-7 leaves of baby Napa cabbage
- 1 cup (approx. 150g) pancake mix
- 1 cup (200ml) cold water
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Wash the baby Napa cabbage leaves thoroughly and pat them dry. If the leaves are too large, cut them in half to fit your pan. For thicker stems, you can thinly slice them or gently pound them with a rolling pin to make them more tender when cooked. In a bowl, combine 1 cup of pancake mix and 1 cup of cold water. Mix well until there are no lumps to create a batter. If the batter is too thin, the cabbage might fall apart; if it’s too thick, the coating will be heavy. Aim for a slightly thick consistency.
Step 2
Heat a pan over medium heat and add a generous amount of cooking oil. Dip each cabbage leaf into the batter, ensuring it’s evenly coated, and place them one by one onto the hot pan in a neat arrangement. Leave some space between the leaves so they don’t stick together, making them easier to separate later.
Step 3
To prevent oil splatters while cooking, reduce the heat to low for a moment and cover the pan with a lid. This helps the pancakes cook through evenly and achieve a crispier exterior.
Step 4
Once the bottom side is golden brown, carefully flip the pancakes with a spatula. Flip them back and forth, ensuring they are golden brown and crispy on both sides, being careful not to burn them. Cook until the cabbage is wilted and the pancakes have a beautiful golden hue.
Step 5
The pancake mix already contains seasoning, so you likely won’t need to add extra salt. If you find it a bit bland, you can serve it with a dipping sauce made from soy sauce, vinegar, chili powder, and sesame seeds for a richer flavor experience.
Step 6
It’s truly magical how this delicious Napa cabbage pancake is ready in under 20 minutes! The exterior is crispy, and the inside is wonderfully tender. It’s the perfect snack to enjoy on a rainy day or whenever you crave something quick and satisfying, especially with a side of makgeolli (Korean rice wine). Simple yet incredibly delicious!
