Nokdu Bindaetteok (Crispy Golden Mung-Bean & Kimchi Skillet Pancakes) – Authentic North Korea Recipe
Shatteringly crisp around the edges and nutty inside, served with a zesty scallion-soy dipping sauce.
- Country of Origin
- 🇰🇵 North Korea (East Asia, Asia)
- Dietary Profile
- vegan
- Prep Time
- 15 min
- Cook Time
- 20 min
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Signature Staples
- Savory mung-bean/chickpea batter, Chopped tangy kimchi and bean sprouts, Scallions and soy-vinegar dipping sauce, Toasted sesame oil, Garlic
Ingredients for Nokdu Bindaetteok (Crispy Golden Mung-Bean & Kimchi Skillet Pancakes) (4 Servings)
- 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) savory mung-bean/chickpea batter, prepped into bite-sized pieces
- 1.5 cups chopped tangy kimchi and bean sprouts, washed and trimmed
- 1 cup scallions and soy-vinegar dipping sauce
- 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with toasted sesame oil
- 1.5 tbsp traditional North Korea seasoning (garlic, rice vinegar, toasted sesame seeds)
- 2.5 tbsp traditional cooking oil, sea salt, cracked black pepper, and fresh citrus or herbs
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
- Heat oil in a wide heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sauté onion, garlic, and toasted sesame oil for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Add savory mung-bean/chickpea batter and chopped tangy kimchi and bean sprouts along with garlic, rice vinegar, toasted sesame seeds, searing for 8–10 minutes while tossing occasionally.
- Deglaze the pan with a splash of broth or citrus so the caramelized fond coats every bite.
- Garnish with scallions and soy-vinegar dipping sauce and serve straight from the skillet.