Matzo-Kimchi Pancakes

A fusion dish combining traditional Jewish matzo with Korean kimchi in a crispy pancake form. These savory pancakes blend the crunch of crushed matzo with spicy, tangy kimchi and aromatic scallions.

2 servings
16 min

Ingredients

  • 1 sheet matzo
  • 3 tablespoons kimchi juice
  • 3 whole scallions
  • 1 cup kimchi
  • 3 tablespoons onion
  • 3 tablespoons potato starch
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Mix matzo and kimchi juice in a small bowl and let sit 8 minutes. Pour off excess liquid and mix in scallions, kimchi, onion, potato starch, salt, and sugar.

    8 min

  2. 2.

    Heat 1 Tbsp. oil in a medium nonstick skillet over medium-high. Add half of batter to skillet and flatten into a thin pancake; cook until golden brown and crisp on both sides, about 4 minutes total. Transfer to a plate. Repeat with another 1 Tbsp. oil and remaining batter.

    8 min