Crispy and Delicious Spam Kimchi Pancake: Perfect for Leftovers!
The Fantastic Combination of Spam and Kimchi: Perfect for a Rainy Day!
Here’s a delicious way to use up leftover Spam! On a rainy day, try making a kimchi pancake with added Spam. This recipe will guide you step-by-step to create a pancake that’s crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and deliciously savory with every bite.
Main Ingredients
- 1 head of well-fermented kimchi (approx. 500g)
- 1/2 can of Spam (approx. 200g)
- 3 ladles of pancake mix (approx. 150g)
- 2.5 cups of cold water (approx. 500ml)
- 2 Cheongyang chili peppers (optional, for extra spice)
- 1 red chili pepper (for color and a hint of sweetness)
- Generous amount of cooking oil (for frying)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, thoroughly rinse the kimchi to remove excess brine and chop it into small, bite-sized pieces. If the kimchi is too strong in flavor, you can rinse it lightly. Remember, delicious kimchi makes a delicious pancake!
Step 2
Remove the stems from the Cheongyang and red chili peppers, deseed them, and finely mince them. If you enjoy a spicier taste, feel free to add more Cheongyang peppers. (Tip: Lightly oiling your knife blade can prevent the chili peppers from sticking, making them easier to chop!)
Step 3
Take the leftover Spam, cut it into about 0.5cm thick slices, and then finely mince it. You don’t need to mince it too finely; leaving some slightly larger pieces will add a pleasant texture to the pancake.
Step 4
In a large bowl, combine the chopped kimchi, minced Spam, and minced chili peppers. Mix them all together.
Step 5
Now, let’s make the batter. Add 3 ladles of pancake mix to the bowl, then pour in 2.5 cups of cold water. Whisk well to ensure there are no lumps. Adjust the consistency by adding a little more water or pancake mix until the batter is neither too thin nor too thick. (Tip: Using cold water helps create an extra crispy pancake!)
Step 6
Check the batter’s consistency. It should flow smoothly when scooped with a ladle. If it’s too stiff, the kimchi might not cook through properly, and if it’s too runny, the Spam and kimchi might separate.
Step 7
Heat a frying pan over medium heat and generously add cooking oil. The oil should be hot enough to sizzle when you add the batter. (Tip: If the oil isn’t hot enough, the pancake will absorb too much oil and become soggy.)
Step 8
Once the pan is hot, ladle the batter onto the pan. Use the back of a spoon or ladle to spread it thinly. Spreading it thinly ensures it cooks evenly and becomes crispy.
Step 9
Fry the pancake, flipping it over to cook both sides until golden brown and crispy. The vibrant red of the kimchi and the golden brown of the Spam will look very appetizing. Once cooked, transfer the Spam Kimchi Pancake to a plate. Enjoy your delicious creation!
